butanol

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Scope note
Substance obtained from the fermentation of corn mash, used as a solvent for paints, fats, waxes, oils and resins; it is a stronger solvent than ethanol and can dissolve portions of oxidized oil films. It is also used in the manufacture of dyes, plastics, lacquers, rayon, and detergents.
butanol
Accepted term: 09-Dec-2024