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Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

Butyrate

Also known as butanoate, Butyrates, n-butanoate

CAS 461-55-2Formula C4H7O2-Molar mass 87.10 g/mol
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Butyrate chemical structure, C4H7O2-, CAS 461-55-2
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
461-55-2
Formula
C4H7O2-
Molar mass
87.10 g/mol
HS code
291560
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

What is Butyrate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Butyrate is a short-chain fatty acid anion that is the conjugate base of butyric acid, obtained by deprotonation of the carboxy group. It has a role as a metabolite, an EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor and a human metabolite. It is a conjugate base of a butyric acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
butanoate
CAS number
461-55-2 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C4H7O2-
InChIKey
FERIUCNNQQJTOY-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI
InChI=1S/C4H8O2/c1-2-3-4(5)6/h2-3H2,1H3,(H,5,6)/p-1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCC(=O)[O-]

Synonyms

  • butanoate
  • Butyrates
  • n-butanoate
  • Butanoic acid, ion(1-)
  • butanate
  • 1-butanoate
  • propanecarboxylate
  • 1-butyrate
  • 1-propanecarboxylate
  • n Butyrate
  • N-Butyrate
  • ethyl,acetate
  • Sodium, butyrate
  • CH3-[CH2]2-COO(-)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
87.10 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
87.0452 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.46calc.
Topological polar surface area
40.13 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
6calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.75calc.
Formal charge
-1calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Roles

  • animal metabolite
  • enzyme inhibitor
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • human metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Butyrate is traded under.

HS 2915.60Indicative HS code

Butanoic acids, pentanoic acids, their salts and esters

World exports in 2024
$704M
+7.9% vs 2023, imports $679M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China24.0%
  2. United States23.0%
  3. Netherlands9.3%
Top importers
  1. India * partner reported9.8%
  2. United States9.7%
  3. Netherlands7.4%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Butyrate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Butyrate, based on the data on this page

What is Butyrate?

Butyrate is a short-chain fatty acid anion that is the conjugate base of butyric acid, obtained by deprotonation of the carboxy group. It has a role as a metabolite, an EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor and a human metabolite. It is a conjugate base of a butyric acid.

What is the CAS number of Butyrate?

The CAS registry number of Butyrate is 461-55-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Butyrate?

The molecular formula of Butyrate is C4H7O2- and its molar mass is 87.10 g/mol.

What is Butyrate used for?

Known uses and roles of Butyrate include building blocks in research and laboratory, animal metabolite, enzyme inhibitor, eukaryotic metabolite, human metabolite and 2 more.

Is Butyrate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Butyrate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Butyrate?

Butyrate is usually classified under HS code 291560 (Butanoic acids, pentanoic acids, their salts and esters). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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What is the price of Butyrate?

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