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Butyric anhydride, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Butyric anhydride is used in the preparation of amidoamine dendron-based co-adsorbents, which finds application in dye- sensitized solar cells improvement. It is also used in the synthesis of butyrate ester, which is used as a perfume and flavor. Further, it acts as a fumigant to drive bees from their hives. In addition to this, it is used in food additives, textile auxiliaries, varnishes, perfumes, pharmaceuticals and disinfectants.
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Butyric anhydride is used in the preparation of amidoamine dendron-based co-adsorbents, which finds application in dye- sensitized solar cells improvement. It is also used in the synthesis of butyrate ester, which is used as a perfume and flavor. Further, it acts as a fumigant to drive bees from their hives. In addition to this, it is used in food additives, textile auxiliaries, varnishes, perfumes, pharmaceuticals and disinfectants.
Solubility
Miscible with water and ether.
Notes
Air sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | -75°C |
Density | 0.968 |
Boiling Point | 198°C to 199°C |
Flash Point | 88°C (190°F) |
Odor | Rancid |
Linear Formula | (CH3CH2CH2CO)2O |
Refractive Index | 1.413 |
Quantity | 100 mL |
UN Number | UN2739 |
Beilstein | 1099474 |
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