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Isobutyl alcohol, also known as 2-methyl-1-propanol, is an organic compound with the chemical formula (CH3)2CHCH2OH. It is a colorless, flammable liquid with a characteristic sweet, musty odor. It is one of the four isomers of butanol, meaning it has the same molecular formula but a different structural arrangement of atoms. Isobutyl alcohol is slightly soluble in water but miscible with most organic solvents.

This alcohol is produced commercially through the oxo process, also known as hydroformylation, where it is synthesized from propylene. It can also be obtained as a byproduct of fermentation. Its primary applications include its use as a solvent for paints, lacquers, inks, and resins. It also serves as a chemical intermediate in the production of other compounds, such as isobutyl acetate, which is used as a flavoring agent and solvent. Additionally, it finds use in the manufacturing of plasticizers and as an additive in gasoline. Isobutyl alcohol has a relatively low toxicity compared to some other organic solvents, but prolonged exposure to high concentrations can cause irritation to the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract.