N,N-dibutylformamide (CED0023153)

N,N-dibutylformamide is an organic compound with the chemical formula C9H19NO and an average molecular weight of 157.26 g/mol. N,N-dibutylformamide belongs to the carboxylic acid derivatives, a subclass of carboxylic acids and derivatives within the organic compounds. This compound is present in polyethylene terephthalate plastics. It has been identified in or released from 25 recorded sources. Within aquatic systems and sediments, it is found in seawater, freshwater, surface water, and groundwater. It is also detected in drinking water and water supply sources, including tap water, bottled water, desalinated water, and drinking water. In the sector of wastewater, sanitation, and biosolids, it appears in industrial wastewater, mine wastewater, wastewater treatment effluent, and unspecified wastewater. Other recorded sources include marine, shipping, and aquaculture environments, specifically bilge water and ballast water. Additionally, it is found in electrical and electronic equipment, such as hybrid capacitors and antennas, as well as in HVAC and appliance systems, including water heaters and water coolers, and 6 more sectors. Recorded routes of exposure for this substance include oral, inhalation, and touch.