But-2-en-1-ol (CED0020032)

But-2-en-1-ol is an organic compound with the chemical formula C4H8O and an average molecular weight of 72.11 g/mol. But-2-en-1-ol belongs to the alcohols and polyols, a subclass of organooxygen compounds within the organic compounds. The compound serves as an industrial nutrient and flavouring. It is identified in ten recorded sources across several categories. Within household cleaning and consumer products, it is found in soap dispensers, bleaching agents, cigar cigarettes, and tobacco smoke filters. In the context of food, food processing, and cookware, it is associated with food contact materials, the preparation of wine or sparkling wine, and fermentation processes for beer. Additionally, it is present in electrical and electronic equipment, specifically in antennas, fixed capacitors and their manufacture, and electrically stimulated smoking devices. Exposure to this compound occurs through touch, oral, and inhalation routes.