METHYL ISOBUTYL CARBINOL (MIBC)
is an a lcohol with a low evaporation rate, good solubility in oils, waxes and natural resins. Its main application is in mining as a foaming agent, given its high degree of metal recovery, especially precious metals.
Physical Properties
Main Markets and Applications
- Cleaner - Surface Care - Industrial & Institutional
- Coating - Industrial Coating
- Mining Processing
CAS number | Synonyms |
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0108-11-2
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4-Methyl-2-pentanol, Methyl isoamyl alcohol.
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Markets
Segments | Applications | End uses |
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Mineral Processing | Other Metals | Extractant Other Metals |
Solvent Extraction | Other Metals | Extractant Other Metals |
Segments | Applications | End uses |
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Crop Protection | Solvent | Coating - Industrial Coating |
Segments | Applications | End uses |
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Industrial & Protective Coatings | Solvent | Coating - Industrial Coating |
Segments | Applications | End uses |
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Architectural & Protective Coatings | Solvent | Coating - Industrial Coating |
Chemical categories
Chemical category | Chemical family | Chemical product |
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Solvents | Oxygenated Solvents | Methyl Isobutyl Carbinol |
Format
Packaging | Physical form |
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IBC
Drum
Bulk
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Liquid
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Region of availability
- Not available in Africa & Middle East
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- Latin America
- North America