Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE): Gasoline

This site gives an explanation of Methyl tertiary butyl ether (MTBE), also known as an oxygenate, a chemical compound used as a gasoline additive to enhance the octane and subsequently burn the fuel more completely.  The uses of MTBE, the oxygenate requirements of the Clean Air Act, and the air quality benefits are outlined on this web page.  Additional PDFs with more in-depth information regarding these specifc topics are provided.