Glycerol Triacetin

N-Butyric Acid

N-Butyric Acid

CAS-NO : 107-92-6


Specifications:

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

 

Uses

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

Storage

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.