(E)-2-Butenedial (CED0073603)

(E)-2-Butenedial belongs to the carbonyl compounds, a subclass of organooxygen compounds within the organic compounds. It is classified under the superclass of organic oxygen compounds and the class of organooxygen compounds. This compound is found in or released from 13 recorded sources across several sectors. Within the electrical and electronic equipment sector, it is associated with capacitors, cell phones, batteries, printed circuit boards, wires and cables, and one additional source. In the textiles, leather and furnishings sector, it is found in carpets, rugs, and synthetic textiles. It is also present in food packaging within the food, food processing and cookware sector, and in medical devices within the healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products sector. Additionally, (E)-2-Butenedial is found in lubricants used in both the energy, oil and gas sector as well as the industrial manufacturing and chemical processing sector, along with one further sector. Recorded routes of exposure for this compound include inhalation, oral intake, and touch.