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Butyric Anhydride

Butyric Anhydride

n-Butyric Anhydride is a raw material for cellulose acetate butyrate. In lesser quantities it is a raw material for cellulose ketobutyrate and for fragrance chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. n-Butyric Anhydride is also used as an acylating agent for dyes.

Overview

Product overview

n-Butyric Anhydride is an acylating agent frequently used in the agriculture and in the production of chemicals and aromas.

What is n-Butyric Anhydride?n-Butyric Anhydride is a clear, colorless liquid with an unpleasant, pungent odor. The product hydrates with water and decomposes with alcohol.

Why n-Butyric Anhydride?n-Butyric Anhydride may be used as an acylating agent, e.g., in the production of dyes, different chemicals, aromas and agrochemicals. To learn more about Butyric Anhydride and it’s applications, consult with Celanese today .

Properties

Properties and processing

Properties

  • Excellent acylating agents
  • High miscibility with organic solvents
  • Clear, colorless liquids
  • High-purity chemicals

Sustainability

Resources

Brochures and reference materials

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Butyric Anhydride
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