👉 Butanoic is a type of compound chemical that is primarily found in plants. It is also known as butyric acid or butanone, and it has an empirical formula of C3H6O2. Butanoic acid can be produced through various processes such as fermentation, with the resulting byproducts being used as animal feed. In addition to its role in agriculture and food production, butanoic is also a component of some medications. It acts as an anti-inflammatory agent and