Testing Information

Testing Status of Agents at NTP

Butyric acid

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CASRN: 107-92-6

Formula: C4-H8-O2

Synonyms/Common Names:

  • BUTANOIC ACID

Known Uses:

CHEM. INTERMEDIATE, CELLULOSE DERIVATIVES, PHARMACEUTICALS, LEATHER TANNING AGENT, MIXED IN GASOLINE, OCCURS NATURALLY IN RANCID BUTTER, FRUITS, ESSENTIAL OILS, SWEAT; USED TO PRODUCE FLAVORS, FRAGRANCES (MERCK 1989)

Genetic Toxicology

  • Salmonella  (146689) Completed 
    •  Negative 

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