Butan-1-ol, also known as n-butanol is a primary alcohol with the chemical formula C4H9OH and a linear structure. ... The largest use of 1-butanol is as an industrial intermediate, particularly for the manufacture of butyl acetate (itself an artificial flavorant and industrial solvent).
1-Butanol is a hydrophobic molecule, poorly soluble in water, and relatively neutral. 1-Butanol is an alcohol with a 4-carbon structure and the molecular formula of C4H10O.
It is used in plastics, polymers, lubricants, brake fluids, and synthetic rubber. It can be used as a source of fuel. As an environmentally friendly and powerful solvent for cleaning and polishing products. N-Butanol is present in numerous beverages and food and it is used as an artificial food flavoring in the USA.
