Description

Butanoic Acid CAS NO 1977-33-9 is a short-chain carboxylic acid valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and solvent. This compound is essential for synthesizing a wide range of derivatives, including esters, salts, and amides, which are critical in industrial manufacturing. It serves key sectors such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals, where reliable quality and consistent supply are paramount for production processes.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: A key building block for producing butanoate esters, plasticizers, and pharmaceutical intermediates.
• Solvent Applications: Used as a strong acid/organic solvent in various extraction and reaction processes.
• Agrochemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Serves as a precursor for esters used in synthetic flavorings and perfumes.
• Polymer Industry: Acts as a modifier or catalyst in certain polymerization reactions.
• Laboratory Research: Utilized as a reagent and standard in analytical chemistry and R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	1977-33-9
Molecular Formula	C4H8O2
Molecular Weight	88.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyric Acid; n-Butanoic Acid; Propylformic Acid; Ethylacetic Acid; 1-Propanecarboxylic Acid; Butanic Acid; Buttersäure; Acide Butyrique
EINECS	217-844-1

Quality Control

Our Butanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and physical property determination. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of moisture from the air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.3970 - 1.3990
Density (20°C)	0.955 - 0.965 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.