CAS-NO : 107-92-6
Physical state and Appearance : | Liquid |
Molecular Weight : | 88.12 g/mole |
Boiling Point: | 163.5 °C (326.3 °F) |
Flash point: | 71.7°C |
Melting Point: | -7.9°C (17.8 °F) |
Specific Gravity: | 0.959 (Water = 1) |
Vapor Pressure : | 0.1 kPa (@ 20 °C) |
Vapor Density: | 3.04 (Air = 1) |
Solubility: | Easily soluble in cold water |
Red Subs – Permanganate, ml: | 2.5 |
Water, %: | 0.2 |
Di-n-butylketone, %: | 0.1 |
N-Butyric Acid, %: | 99 |
Propionic Acid, %: | 0.2 |
Butyric acid family products, such as their esters, are used for the production of plastics, plasticizers, surfactants and textile auxiliaries. They are used in food additives, flavorings, varnishes, perfumes, pharmaceuticals and disinfectants
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not store in direct sunlight. Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area away from compatible substances.