Tert-amyl alcohol appears as a clear, colorless liquid with an odor of camphor. Slightly soluble in water.2-methylbutan-2-ol is a tertiary alcohol that is propan-1-ol in which both of the hydrogens at position 1 have been replaced by methyl groups. It has a role as a protic solvent. It is a tertiary alcohol and an aliphatic alcohol.

Organic synthesis solvent; high-purity grade can be used as a standard substance for qualitative and quantitative analysis in gas chromatography. Used as a solvent and organic raw material for the production of pharmaceuticals, fragrances, plasticizers, flotation agents, etc.