n-Butyl alcohol (CED0002399)

n-Butyl alcohol (C4H10O) is an organic compound with an average molecular weight of 74.12 g/mol. n-Butyl alcohol belongs to the alcohols and polyols, a subclass of organooxygen compounds within the organic compounds. In industrial applications, the compound is used as a solvent (PMC11988528, PMC6389845), a fragrance, a flavouring and nutrient, and a fuel (PMC12075064, PMC1236956). Biologically, it serves as an antioxidant (PMC12041594). The compound has one recorded protein target, which is haloalkane dehalogenase (linB). n-Butyl alcohol is found in or released from 57 recorded sources. These include drinking water and water supply, as well as building and construction materials such as ceilings, floors, roofs, stairs and ramps, and fencing. It is present in household cleaning and consumer products, including bleaching agents, perfumes within detergents and soaps, cigar cigarettes, non electric simulated smoking devices, and other smoking requisites. In the category of food, food processing and cookware, it is associated with food contact materials, food preservation, agglomerated sugar products, the preparation of malt, and fermentation processes for beer. Additionally, it is found in electrical and electronic equipment, including amplifiers, antennas, coils, auxiliary devices, and communication cables or conductors. Recorded exposure routes for the compound include touch, oral, and inhalation.