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N-Butyric Acid

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Chemical Namen-Butyric Acid
IUPAC NameButanoic Acid
Chemical FormulaC₄H₈O₂
Molecular Weight88.11 g/mol
CAS Number107-92-6
IndustryMajor ApplicationsPurpose
Animal NutritionFeed additives for poultry, swine, ruminants, aquaculture, pet foodImproves gut health, feed efficiency, intestinal development, and growth performance
Chemical ManufacturingProduction of butyrate esters, cellulose acetate butyrate, specialty chemicalsChemical intermediate for downstream products
Food & BeverageFlavoring agent, food additive, butter and cheese flavor formulationsProvides buttery, creamy, and cheese-like flavors (used in controlled amounts)
PharmaceuticalsSynthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, butyrate derivatives, research applicationsIntermediate for APIs and therapeutic research
Fragrance & FlavorManufacture of fruit-flavored esters (e.g., methyl, ethyl, and butyl butyrate)Production of fruity aromas for foods, beverages, perfumes, and cosmetics
AgricultureCrop protection formulations, soil improvement productsIntermediate in agrochemical formulations
BiotechnologyFermentation processes, microbial metabolism studies, cell culture researchResearch and bioprocess applications
Personal Care & CosmeticsFragrance ingredients and specialty chemical intermediatesComponent in selected cosmetic and fragrance formulations
Plastics & PolymersManufacture of cellulose acetate butyrate (CAB) and specialty coatingsImproves toughness, clarity, and weather resistance