Butyric acid
Also known as: n-Butyric acid, Butanoic acid, n-Butanoic acid, Propylformic acid, Ethylacetic acid, 1-Propanecarboxylic acid
Butyric acid (CAS 107-92-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H8O2 and a molecular weight of 88.105 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −6-−3 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 164.3±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 76.7±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 107-92-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-3041-8
- Molecular Formula
- C4H8O2
- Molecular Weight
- 88.105 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −6-−3 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 164.3±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 76.7±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 88.052429 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 0.78 |
| Additional Property | 3.04 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.4±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.411 |
| Additional Property | MISCIBLE |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915600000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915600000 butanoic acids and pentanoic acids and their salts and esters VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Butyric acid?
The CAS number of Butyric acid is 107-92-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Butyric acid?
Butyric acid has molecular formula C4H8O2 and molecular weight 88.105 g/mol.
Is Butyric acid hazardous?
Butyric acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Butyric acid?
For Butyric acid, Upstream Products: 1-Butanol, (E)-2-Butenoic acid, Propane Residual Solvent Standard; Downstream Products: N,N-Diethylbutyramide, N-Benzylbutyramide, Carbon dioxide.
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