Butyric Acid
Biotechnology Organic Acid
Organic Acids

Butyric Acid (Organic Acid)

High-purity butyric acid essential for biotechnology applications. Provides short-chain fatty acid properties for buffer preparation, metabolic studies, and biochemical procedures requiring specific organic acid functionality and physiological relevance.

  • High-Purity Organic Acid
  • Short-Chain Fatty Acid
  • Buffer Preparation
  • Metabolic Studies
  • Physiological Relevance
  • Research Grade

Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Butyric Acid (n-Butanoic Acid)
Molecular Formula: C₄H₈O₂
CAS Number: 107-92-6
Molecular Weight: 88.11 g/mol
Purity: ≥99.0% (Molecular Biology Grade)
Physical Form: Clear, colorless liquid
Density (20°C): 0.958 g/mL
Boiling Point: 163.5°C
Melting Point: -7.9°C
pH (1 M solution): 2.3
Solubility: Miscible with water, ethanol
Storage Temperature: 2-8°C
Packaging Options: 100mL, 500mL, 1L amber bottles
Boiling Point: 108.6°C (azeotrope)
pH (1% solution): ≤ 1.0
Residue on Evaporation: ≤ 0.0005%
Free Chlorine (Cl): ≤ 0.0001%
Iron (Fe): ≤ 0.00001%
Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 0.000001%
Sulfate (SO₄): ≤ 0.0005%
Nitrate (NO₃): ≤ 0.0001%
Arsenic (As): ≤ 0.000001%
UN Number: UN 1789 (Hydrochloric acid)
Packaging Options: 500ml, 1L, 2.5L amber glass bottles

Applications

Analytical Titrations
Sample Preparation & Digestion
Quantitative Analysis
Elemental Analysis (ICP-MS/AAS)
Research & Development
University Laboratories
Quality Control Testing
Pharmaceutical Analysis
Environmental Testing
Food Analysis
Mineral Analysis
Reference Standards

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized hydrochloric acid grades tailored for specific analytical requirements, ensuring optimal performance and regulatory compliance across diverse laboratory applications.

AR Grade (Analytical Reagent)
Assay: 35-37% Residue: ≤ 0.0005% Heavy Metals: ≤ 0.000001% Application: Analytical procedures, titrations
ACS Grade (Certified)
Assay: 36.5-38.0% Iron: ≤ 0.00001% Sulfate: ≤ 0.0005% Application: ACS certified analytical work
Trace Metal Grade
Assay: 34-37% Metal Impurities: ≤ 0.1 ppm each Total Metals: ≤ 1 ppm Application: ICP-MS, AAS analysis
Ultra-Pure Grade
Assay: 36-38% Particle Count: ≤ 50 per mL Organics: ≤ 1 ppm Application: Semiconductor, electronics

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's AR Grade Hydrochloric Acid is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international analytical standards including ACS, ISO, and pharmacopoeia specifications. Our analytical-grade production ensures consistent performance and regulatory compliance.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
ACS Grade Specifications
35-37% Accurate Concentration
Advanced Analytical Testing
Ultra-Low Metal Impurities
Batch-to-Batch Consistency
Traceable Certificate of Analysis
Temperature-Controlled Logistics

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Butyric Acid exhibits exceptional short-chain fatty acid properties essential for cell biology applications. Its metabolic activity and histone deacetylase inhibition ensure reliable performance in demanding cell culture protocols and epigenetic research.

Fatty Acid Properties
Molecular Weight: 88.11 Da
Chain Length: 4-carbon saturated
Functional Group: Carboxylic acid
pKa: 4.82
Physical Properties
Appearance: Colorless liquid
Odor: Characteristic rancid
Solubility: Miscible with water
Boiling Point: 163.5°C
Biological Performance
HDAC Inhibition: IC50 = 0.5-2 mM
Cell Differentiation: Induces differentiation
Metabolic Activity: Energy source for colonocytes
Gene Expression: Epigenetic modulation
Purity Specifications
Assay: ≥ 99%
Water Content: ≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals: ≤ 10 ppm
Peroxide Value: ≤ 3 meq O₂/kg
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 3 years (4°C, dark)
Oxidation Stability: Susceptible to air oxidation
pH Stability: Stable across pH range
Temperature Stability: Stable up to 150°C

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Butyric Acid superiority in cell biology applications with exceptional HDAC inhibition, cell differentiation induction, and reproducibility across diverse cell culture protocols and epigenetic studies.

HDAC Inhibition

IC50: 0.5-2 mM

Effective epigenetic modulation
Cell Differentiation

Differentiation induction: 1-5 mM

Promotes cellular maturation
Metabolic Activity

Energy metabolism: Primary SCFA

Cellular energy source
Temperature Stability

Working range: 4-37°C

Stable across biological temperatures
Batch Reproducibility

Variation: ±2% between batches

Consistent biological activity
Stability Performance

3 years under proper storage

Extended fatty acid integrity

Safety Information

Corrosive organic acid requiring special handling precautions. Handle with standard laboratory safety equipment including safety goggles, gloves, and lab coat. Avoid inhalation of vapors and skin contact. Use in well-ventilated areas. Characteristic strong odor - work in fume hood.

Corrosive Acid
Strong Odor
Avoid Skin Contact

Storage & Handling

Store in original containers at 4°C in a dark, dry environment. Keep containers tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and oxidation. Use under nitrogen atmosphere when possible. Prepare working solutions fresh due to oxidation sensitivity.

Cold storage (4°C)
Dark storage required
Original containers tightly closed
Avoid air and moisture exposure

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Butyric acid participates in cellular energy metabolism through fatty acid β-oxidation pathways, enabling precise biochemical research applications with predictable metabolic activity and quantitative energy production for cellular physiology studies.

β-Oxidation Pathway

Sequential oxidation to acetyl-CoA for energy production

Essential for fatty acid metabolism studies
Carboxylate Chemistry

pH-dependent ionization and buffer capacity effects

Critical for cell culture applications
Cellular Uptake

Monocarboxylate transporter-mediated cellular entry

Enables metabolism research
Histone Deacetylase Inhibition

Epigenetic regulation through HDAC inhibitory activity

Supporting epigenetic research

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global biochemical research laboratory access with complete documentation packages supporting international standards and metabolic research method validations.

Research Grade Standards

High purity specifications for biochemical research applications

ISO Standards

International standard compliance for research reagent specifications

Cell Culture Grade

Cell culture grade specifications for metabolic studies

Global Compliance

International biochemical research regulation compliance

Method Validation

Supported metabolic method validation documentation

SDS Documentation

Multi-language Safety Data Sheets (16 sections, GHS compliant)

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's metabolic research team provides comprehensive method support, troubleshooting assistance, and biochemical services to optimize butyric acid performance in your specific research applications.

Method Development
  • Metabolism assay optimization support
  • Cell culture protocol guidance
  • Fatty acid analysis methods
  • Custom metabolic procedures
Research Services
  • Certificate of Analysis verification
  • Custom purity analysis
  • Metabolic activity testing
  • Cell culture method validation support
Technical Support
  • Metabolic troubleshooting consultation
  • Storage and handling guidance
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Research best practices
Supply Solutions
  • Consistent batch scheduling
  • Emergency supply arrangements
  • Custom packaging options
  • Global distribution network

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our butyric acid production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable fermentation practices, waste minimization, and comprehensive environmental impact management for biochemical research operations.

Waste Minimization

Optimized fermentation production with minimal waste generation

Water Treatment

Advanced wastewater treatment and recycling systems

Green Production

Energy-efficient fermentation with emission controls

Safe Disposal

Comprehensive guidance for fatty acid waste management

ISO 14001

Environmental management system certified production

Container Recycling

Sustainable container return and recycling programs

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's state-of-the-art fermentation manufacturing facility employs advanced purification technology and continuous monitoring systems to ensure consistent research-grade butyric acid quality and performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Advanced fermentation and purification in controlled environment

Multi-stage purification for research grade quality
Quality Testing

Comprehensive analytical testing including GC-MS and purity analysis

Chromatographic verification and impurity testing
Quality Systems

ISO 9001:2015 quality management with metabolic research laboratory accreditation

Continuous improvement and method validation
Packaging Control

Amber glass containers with inert atmosphere protection

Stability protection and oxidation prevention

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive metabolic research data demonstrating butyric acid effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified performance metrics and biochemical method validations.

Research Laboratories
Purity: >99% fatty acid content Activity: Confirmed metabolic compatibility Stability: 24+ months at 4°C
Academic Institutions
Publication Support: 300+ cited studies Reproducibility: >98% inter-lab agreement Innovation: Custom fatty acid solutions
Biotechnology Companies
Reliability: 99.6% batch consistency Quality Assurance: 100% specification compliance Efficiency: Optimized cell culture protocols

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Purity

Consistently exceeds research specifications with ultra-high purity and exceptional metabolic performance

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with strategic inventory management and research-grade production scheduling

Metabolic Expertise

Dedicated metabolic research team provides fatty acid optimization and troubleshooting support

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive certificates with detailed analytical data and method validation support

Global Standards

International compliance with research specifications for worldwide acceptance

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with research laboratories and custom grade development services