METHYL ISOBUTYL CARBINOL (MIBC)

An organic alcohol from the family of aliphatic alcohols, widely used as a frothing agent in mineral flotation processes, especially in mining.

Uses and Applications

Frother in the flotation process
Frother for the flotation of copper, molybdenum, and polymetallic sulfide ores. MIBC generates homogeneous and not very persistent bubbles, with low collector properties.