Tributyrin
Chemical compound
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Tributyrin is a triglyceride naturally present in butter. It is an ester composed of butyric acid and glycerol. Among other things, it is used as an ingredient in making margarine. It is present in butter and can be described as a liquid fat with... Wikipedia
Chemical formula: C15H26O6
Density: 1.03 g/cm³
Boiling point: 305 to 310 °C (581 to 590 °F; 578 to 583 K)
Melting point: −75 °C (−103 °F; 198 K)
Molar mass: 302.367 g·mol−1
PubChem CID: 6050
Solubility in water: Insoluble