The Scientific World Journal (Jan 2012)

The Future of Butyric Acid in Industry

  • Mohammed Dwidar,
  • Jae-Yeon Park,
  • Robert J. Mitchell,
  • Byoung-In Sang

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1100/2012/471417
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 2012

Abstract

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In this paper, the different applications of butyric acid and its current and future production status are highlighted, with a particular emphasis on the biofuels industry. As such, this paper discusses different issues regarding butyric acid fermentations and provides suggestions for future improvements and their approaches.