Explore organic chemistry concepts with our tert-butanol, a commonly used tertiary alcohol supplied for controlled laboratory applications. Tert-butanol is frequently used in substitution and elimination reaction studies, solubility experiments, and comparisons of alcohol reactivity. Its unique molecular structure makes it especially valuable for demonstrating how branching affects boiling point, polarity, and reaction mechanisms. The 30 mL bottle provides a practical volume for instructional laboratories and student-level organic chemistry experiments.
Property
Details
Chemical formula
C₄H₁₀O
Formula weight
74.12 g/mol
CAS number
75-65-0
Characteristics
Colorless liquid or solid; mild alcohol odor
Physical state
Solid below ~25 °C (77 °F); liquid when warm
Storage code
Red — flammable
Did You Know?
Tert-butanol is unusual among alcohols because it can exist as a solid at room temperature, unlike most common liquid alcohols. This behavior highlights how molecular shape, in addition to molecular weight, affects physical properties. In organic chemistry courses, tert-butanol is often used to demonstrate SN1 reaction mechanisms, helping students visualize how molecular structure influences reaction speed and pathways.
