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This section provides an overview for isobutyl alcohol as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 13 isobutyl alcohol manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked isobutyl alcohol companies as of December, 2024: 1.BASF, 2.ADVANCED BIOTECH, 3.Union Petrochemical Public Company Limited.
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Isobutyl alcohol (IBA), a branched-chain alcohol, has the structural formula (CH3)2CHCH2OH and a molecular weight of 74.12. It is a clear, colorless liquid at room temperature with a characteristic odor similar to that of magic ink or markers. IBA is almost insoluble in water but soluble in most organic solvents.
In IUPAC nomenclature, isobutyl alcohol is more formally known as 2-methyl-1-propanol, although 'isobutyl alcohol' is widely accepted in industrial and patent publications. Its isomers include 1-butanol, 2-butanol, and tert-butyl alcohol.
Naturally, isobutyl alcohol is a major component of tea leaves, like black and green tea, and is also found as an aromatic ingredient in various foods such as fruits.
| Chemical formula | C4H10O |
| English name | 2-Methyl-1-propanol |
| Molecular weight | 74.12 |
Isobutyl alcohol is primarily used as a raw material in organic synthesis. It serves as the starting material for isobutyl acetate, used in lacquers, and paints, and as a flavoring agent in the food industry. Isobutyl acetate is noted for its pungent, fermented-like odor at high concentrations.
Additionally, IBA is used in the production of various chemical esters, including isobutyl acrylate, isobutyl phthalate (DIBP), and isobutyl methacrylate, which are used as plasticizers in plastics and rubbers, and as dispersing agents. It is also a solvent in chemical reactions, paints, and inks, reducing the viscosity of paint and preventing oil separation. Furthermore, IBA is added to gasoline as a cleaner and used in waxes and cleaning products.
IBA can be directly applied to fuel blendstocks, and it can be blended with or substituted for high-octane gasoline, ethanol, and other oxygenated fuel compounds. It is also a raw material for fragrances, pharmaceuticals, and analytical reagents, and is increasingly used in biofuel production, particularly in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), which can significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions.
Isobutanol is a primary alcohol with properties similar to its isomer 1-butanol. It has a melting point of -108°C, a boiling point of 108°C, a flash point of 30°C, and a specific gravity of 0.8 g/mL (at 25°C). Its refractive index is n20/D 1.40, and it is liquid at room temperature. Isobutanol is miscible with many organic solvents like ether and alcohol, with a water solubility of 87 g/L (at 20°C).
Isobutanol is produced by the reduction of isobutyraldehyde ((CH3)2CHCHO), formed by hydroformylation of propylene (CH2CHCH3). It is also a fermentation product of carbohydrates and a decomposition product of industrial chemicals.
Isobutanol is classified as an inflammable liquid and petroleum, non-water soluble liquid under the Fire Service Law.
Handling and storage precautions for isobutanol include:
*Including some distributors, etc.
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ADVANCED BIOTECH, founded in Totowa, NJ, in 1993 is a manufacturer of Natural Flavors and Fragrances. The company's product portfolio includes Natural Aromatics, Natural Pyrazines, Essential Oils and Isolates that are used to produce scents and fragrances, and Organic Certified Products such as bath and body products, and home cleaning products. Their products are used in industries such as Food and Beverage, Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology, Chemical and Petrochemical, Cosmetics and healthcare.
ExxonMobil is a Texas-based multinational oil and gas corporation that operates as a producer, manufacturer, supplier and distributor across 200 countries and territories around the world. Formed in 1999 with the merger of companies Exxon and Mobil, the corporation's primary commodities include oil products such as gasoline, diesel and jet fuel, as well as chemicals like propylene, polyethylene, polypropylene. Other commodities include crude oil and natural gas extracted — as well as refined — via ExxonMobil's subsidiaries and partners like Exxon Neftegas, ExxonMobil Australia, and ExxonMobil Nigeria.
Solvents & Petroleum Service, Inc. was founded in 1946 and is headquartered on Brewerton Road in Syracuse, New York, as a manufacturer and supplier of chemical products for the auto & trucking, manufacturing, HVAC, and natural gas industries. The company has provided services to the industrial and automotive sectors in the Northeastern region. The organization upholds its enduring devotion to its employees, customers, environment, and community. The transportation of the cargo is facilitated through the utilization of company vehicles, which undergo rigorous maintenance and are operated by devoted drivers who ensure proper care.
Sankyo Chemical Co. LTD., established in 1957 and headquartered in Nagoya, Japan, is a manufacturer of several intermediate materials, including paints, industrial cleaning agents, thinners, organic industrial chemicals, and adhesives. The products can be used in several areas, including silk screen printing, wiping off resin, washing agents for flux, metal processing, and mold forming. The company accepts contract manufacturing and provides several environmentally friendly products that comply with ISO 14001, the Industrial Safety and Health Law, and the PRTR (Pollutant Release and Transfer Register) Law.
Kanto Chemical Co. Inc., founded in 1944 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a reagent manufacturer with overseas affiliates in other countries, including China, France, USA, Taiwan, and Malaysia. Its product portfolio includes analytical reagents, ionic liquids, Iodine compounds, ultra-pure chemicals, and water analysis kits. The company is also developing regenerative medicine and genetics reagents and has over 50,000 products. It has several certifications, including ISO 9001, acquired in 1994, making it the first Japanese company in the reagent industry. Other certifications are ISO 14001, ISO 13485, and ISO/IEC 17025.
TCI America (TCI) was founded in 1946 and is a worldwide manufacturer of specialty organic chemicals. The company produces organic laboratory chemicals as well as pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and functional materials. TCI’s product segments include Chemistry, Life Science, Materials Science, Analytical Chemistry, and Custom & Bulk. For materials science, the company manufactures battery materials, nanocarbon materials, and magnetic materials. For life sciences, the company produces antibodies, reagents, and chemicals for cancer research. The company produces HLC, NMR, various chemicals, and resins and media for analytical chemistry.
KH Neochem Co. Ltd., founded in 1966 and headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan, is a manufacturer of industrial chemicals. The company operates across three core business segments, comprising of basic chemicals, performance materials, and electronic materials. Its extensive product line includes alcohols, esters, diols, and raw materials for plasticizers and resins. Utilizing high-pressure oxo equipment, the company is capable of supplying special alcohols and synthetic fatty acids like isononyl alcohol, tridecyl alcohol, and isononanoic acid.
Nexchem is a chemical supplier headquartered in Leicester, UK, and has been in operation since 1982. The company supplies over 400 types of chemicals, including acids, nitrates, sulfates, phosphates, and carbonates. Its products are used in numerous industries, including print and packaging, textiles, domestic and industrial cleaning, scientific and medical applications, and horticulture. Nexchem deals directly with chemical manufacturers, and its containers and packaging are UN approved, as well as certified by ISO and SGS. To safely handle its hazardous chemicals, Nexchem outsources logistics services to providers that are ADR certified and compliant with HSE and CPL regulations.
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation was founded in 1933 and has a head office in Tokyo, Japan. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation provides products including chemicals, industrial gases, and health care products to customers globally. Mitsubishi Chemical Group’s performance products division manufactures and distributes. functional food materials, electronic and electrical components, specialty chemicals, and other products. Mitsubishi Chemical health care products include pharmaceuticals, drug discovery solutions, diagnostic reagents, and instruments for medical use. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation also provides other services such as engineering, information systems, logistics, and consulting.
Millipore Sigma, formerly known as Sigma-Aldrich, was created in 175 through the merger of Sigma Chemical Company and Aldrich Chemical company and today is a subsidiary of Merck. Millipore Sigma is a life science and biotechnology company serving the industry with several products and services. Some of their product categories include peptide synthesis materials, biochemicals, building blocks, catalysts, chemical biology, chemical synthesis, flavors & fragrances, formulation, lab chemicals, lab safety, APIs, and stable isotopes. Services include characterization, contract manufacturing, custom products, software, support, testing, and mRNA development & manufacturing.
BASF Corporation, established in 1986 as the North American affiliate of BASF SE, is a manufacturer of chemical products, headquarters in Florham Park, New Jersey. The company operates 11 divisions which specialize in six business segments, namely chemicals, materials (such as plastics and rubber), industrial solutions, surface technologies (including construction chemicals and coating solutions), nutrition (for human and animal), and agricultural solutions. BASF's products find extensive applications across diverse industries such as automotive and transportation, construction, consumer electronics, energy, and furniture. Additionally, the company serves the medical and pharmaceuticals, paints and coatings, power tools, pulp and paper, as well as textile industries.
Union Petrochemical Public Company Limited (UKEM) is a distributor of chemicals that is headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand and was founded in 1981 The company’s products are in three categories, namely: solvents, plastics and blending. UKEM’s solvents product portfolio includes Alcohols, Glycol Ethers, Ketones and Isoparaffins. Its plastics portfolio includes Polyethylene terephthalate (PET), Bio-plastic (RICE Husk Fiber Plastic) and Raffia grade (Yarn grade). The company’s diverse end market and applications include Agricultural Chemicals, Adhesives, Automotive, Polymer Synthesis and Industrial Printing. UKEM offers services such as logistics (import risk management, transport and delivery, and inventory management), sales and marketing, customer support and finance.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | BASF |
17.6%
|
| 2 | ADVANCED BIOTECH |
13.5%
|
| 3 | Union Petrochemical Public Company Limited |
10.8%
|
| 4 | Solvents & Petroleum Service, Inc. |
9.5%
|
| 5 | KH Neochem Co., Ltd. |
8.1%
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| 6 | Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation |
8.1%
|
| 7 | Tokyo Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. |
6.8%
|
| 8 | SANKYO CHEMICAL CO.,LTD. |
5.4%
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| 9 | KANTO CHEMICAL CO.,INC. |
5.4%
|
| 10 | ChemBK |
4.1%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the isobutyl alcohol page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
Japan
|
5 | 50.0% |
|
United States of America
|
3 | 30.0% |
|
United Kingdom
|
1 | 10.0% |
|
Thailand
|
1 | 10.0% |
