Reported found in cognac, white wine and red wine.
2,6-Dimethyl-4-heptanol may be used in the preparation of the protected β-hydroxybutyrates. It may also be used as a hydrogen donor during the dynamic kinetic resolution (DKR) of various diols, monoprotected diols and the protected hydroxy aldehydes.
Diisobutylcarbinol is used as a fragrance ingredient.
ChEBI: Diisobutylcarbinol is a secondary alcohol.
By catalytic hydrogenation of diisobutyl ketone
A colorless liquid. Flash point 162°F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Vapors heavier than air.
Diisobutylcarbinol is an alcohol. Flammable and/or toxic gases are generated by the combination of alcohols with alkali metals, nitrides, and strong reducing agents. They react with oxoacids and carboxylic acids to form esters plus water. Oxidizing agents convert them to aldehydes or ketones. Alcohols exhibit both weak acid and weak base behavior. They may initiate the polymerization of isocyanates and epoxides.
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. Containers may explode when heated. Many liquids are lighter than water.
Reactivity with Water No reaction; Reactivity with Common Materials: No reaction; Stability During Transport: Stable; Neutralizing Agents for Acids and Caustics: Not pertinent; Polymerization: Not pertinent; Inhibitor of Polymerization: Not pertinent.
Moderately toxic by
ingestion and intraperitoneal routes. Mddly
toxic by skin contact. A powerful systemic
irritant by inhalation. A skin and eye irritant.
Can cause central nervous system and liver
damage when ingested. Combustible when
exposed to heat or flame; can react with
oxidizing materials. To fight fire, use alcohol
foam, foam, CO2, dry chemical. When
heated to decomposition it emits acrid
smoke and fumes.
The initial threshold screening level (ITSL) for 2,6-dimethyl-4-heptanol is 30 μg/m3 annual averaging time.
