Monobutyrin
Monobutyrin, also known as glycerol monobutyrate, is a glycerol ester of butyric acid. The documented Winstar Ingredients grade is a 50% liquid intended for animal and aquaculture feed formulations.
Key Benefits
- Supports intestinal nutrition and gut barrier function.
- Helps maintain a balanced intestinal environment.
- Supports feed hygiene and formulation objectives.
- Liquid form supports flexible application in suitable feed systems.
Product Identification
| Chemical name | Glycerol monobutyrate / Monobutyrin |
|---|---|
| Molecular formula | C7H14O4 |
| CAS number | 557-25-5 |
| Molecular weight | 162.18 g/mol |
| HS code | 291560 |
| Grade | Feed grade |
Typical Specification
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to light yellow transparent liquid |
| Assay | ≥50.0% |
| Glycerol dibutyrate | ≤25.0% |
| Loss on drying | ≤0.2% |
| Free butyric acid | ≤1.0% |
| Tributyrin | ≤5.0% |
Applications
- Poultry and swine nutrition
- Ruminant feed
- Aquaculture feed
- Pet food
- Specialty animal nutrition
Packing and Storage
Commercial packing, net weight and container loading are available upon request. Store in the original tightly closed packaging under the conditions stated in the current TDS and SDS.