Description

Ethyl 3-Butenoate is a versatile, unsaturated ester monomer with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. Its terminal alkene functionality makes it a valuable building block for creating polymers and fine chemicals through addition and cross-coupling reactions. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and production specialists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to introduce reactive vinyl ester groups into molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, enabling the introduction of ester-linked functionalities.
• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Acts as a co-monomer in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives, imparting flexibility and cross-linking sites.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require a vinyl ester moiety.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Employed as a synthetic intermediate for creating esters that contribute to fruity and green olfactory notes.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A crucial substrate for Michael additions, hydroformylation, and other transition metal-catalyzed reactions in research laboratories.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in formulations for UV-curable resins and thermosetting plastics due to its reactive double bond.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Butenoate
CAS No.	1617-18-1
Molecular Formula	C6H10O2
Molecular Weight	114.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Butenoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl But-3-enoate; Vinylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-Pentenoic Acid Ethyl Ester (archaic); Ethyl 3-Buten-1-oate; Ethyl Allylacetate; Allylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester
EINECS	216-574-9

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Butenoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, IR, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly closed when not in use to prevent evaporation and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.410 - 1.415
Density (20°C)	0.910 - 0.920 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.