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NALT Concept Space
U.S. Department of Agriculture

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Concept information

  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. chemical compounds
  3. organic compounds
  4. alcohols
  5. chlorohydrins
  6. chlorobutanol

Preferred term

chlorobutanol

Type

  • Chemical

Definition

  • Information A colorless to white crystalline compound with a camphoraceous odor and taste. It is a widely used preservative in various pharmaceutical solutions, especially injectables. Also, it is an active ingredient in certain oral sedatives and topical anesthetics.

    Source: Medical Subject Headings

    Type: Concept definition

Broader concept

Synonyms

  • acetonchloroform
  • chlorbutol
  • chloretone

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/343286

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