Description

Ethyl Propionylacetate is a versatile ester compound valued for its role as a key chemical intermediate and flavor/fragrance component. Its bifunctional structure, containing both ketone and ester groups, makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking a reliable and high-purity synthetic precursor.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Used as a synthetic intermediate or a direct component in the creation of fruity, buttery, or creamy flavor notes and complex fragrance accords.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Employed as an intermediate in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for Claisen condensation reactions and the synthesis of β-diketones and their derivatives.
• Polymer Additives: Can be used in the synthesis of plasticizers or other polymer modifiers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Propionylacetate
CAS No.	15224-07-4
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-oxopentanoate; Ethyl β-ketovalerate; 3-Oxopentanoic acid ethyl ester; Propionylacetic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl propionyl acetate; 1-Ethoxy-1,3-butanedione; Ethyl levulinate (Note: not to be confused with ethyl 4-oxopentanoate)
EINECS	239-268-6

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Propionylacetate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your requirements and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.418 - 1.422
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.010 - 1.030
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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