| CAS# | 71-36-3 |
| FORMULA | C4H10O |
| Synonyms | 1-Butanol; Butyl hydroxide |
| GROUPS / USES | Solvent; Chemical intermediate; Fuel; Artificial flavor |
| Markets | Chemical & Materials Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Oil & Gas |
FAQ’S
What is n-Butanol?
n-Butanol also known as normal butanol, is a colorless, linear alcohol with a strong, sweet odor.
What are the uses of n-Butanol?
n-Butanol is used as a solvent in organic materials (fats, oils, waxes), paints, coatings, varnishes, printing inks, textile industry to coat fabrics, manufacturing plastics, and cleaning or polishing agent. It is used as a chemical intermediate to make butyl acetate, butyl acrylate, glycol ethers, and amino resins. It is used as an artificial flavoring agent in food and beverages. It is used as a fuel in car engines designed for gasoline.
Can n-Butanol be used as a biofuel?
n-Butanol can be used as a biofuel or fuel additive. It has better energy content and lower volatility compared to ethanol, which makes it a suitable alternative or additive for gasoline.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies n-Butanol to users/customers for Chemical & Materials Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, and Oil & Gas.
n-Butanol (n-Butyl alcohol) Specifications
Food Grade-JECFA
| Test Items | Specifications |
| Assay | NLT 99.5% |
| Appearance | Colourless, clear, slightly viscous, with a characteristic odour |
| Solubility | Soluble in water; miscible with ethanol and ether |
| Specific gravity | 0.810-0.812 |
| Non-volatile residue | NMT 2 mg/100 ml |
| Water | NMT 0.1% |
| Acidity | NMT 0.003% w/w (as acetic acid) |
| Aldehyde and Ketone | NMT 0.2% w/w |
| Other alcohols, ethers, and volatile impurities | NMT 0.5%, with NMT 0.1% of any single impurity |
| Lead | NMT 2 mg/kg |