cellulose acetate butyrate


cellulose acetate butyrate

[′sel·yə‚lōs ′as·ə‚tāt ′byüd·ə‚rāt] (organic chemistry) An ester of cellulose formed by the action of a mixture of acetic acid and butyric acid and their anhydrides on purified cellulose; has high impact resistance, clarity, and weatherability; used in making plastic film, lacquer, lenses, and outdoor signs.

cellulose acetate butyrate (CAB) plastic

A plastic compound of cellulose acetate butyrate ester and plasticizer and other ingredients.