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Butyric anhydride


Butanoyl butanoate Butanoic acid anhydride Butyric acid anhydride Butyryl oxide Propionic anhydride Valeric anhydride Butyryl chloride

Butyric anhydride or butanoic anhydride is the chemical compound with the formula (CH3CH2CH2CO)2O. The molecule can be described as a condensation of two molecules of butyric acid with elimination of one water molecule (hence its name).

Butyric anhydride is a clear colorless liquid that smells strongly of butyric acid, which is formed by its reaction to moisture in the air.

Safety

Butyric anhydride is a combustible, corrosive liquid. It is considered water sensitive.

References

References

  1. "MSDS Information". Butyric Anhydride MSDS.
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