2-Butanol (sec-butanol)

2-Butanol (sec-butanol) is a flammable, colorless liquid, a secondary alcohol with formula C₄H₁₀O, known for its strong odor and moderate water solubility, widely used as a solvent, in cleaning agents, flavors, and as a precursor for MEK (Methyl Ethyl Ketone) and butyl acetate, featuring chirality that adds importance in pharmaceuticals and stereochemistry.