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Is sec-Butyl Alcohol vegan?

sec-Butyl Alcohol

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sec-Butyl Alcohol (2-butanol) is a four-carbon secondary alcohol used as a solvent and chemical intermediate, produced synthetically or via fermentation (biobutanol).

Also known as 1-Methylpropanol, 2-Butanol
INCI name sec-Butyl Alcohol
CAS number 35296-72-1
EC number 201-158-5
CosIng ID 90097
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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