NB is a primary alcohol with the chemical formula C4H9OH and a linear structure. N-Butanol occurs naturally as a minor product of the ethanol fermentation of sugars and other saccharides and is present in many foods and drinks. It is also a permitted artificial flavorant in food industry.
- Production of varnishes
- A variety of butanol derivatives are used as solvents, e.g. butoxyethanol or butyl acetate
- 1-Butanol has been proposed as a substitute for diesel fuel and gasoline
- A raw material for coating resins