Description

Ethyl 3-Oxobutanoate Sodium Salt is the sodium salt of ethyl acetoacetate, a versatile chemical intermediate prized for its enolate reactivity. This compound is crucial for facilitating efficient carbon-carbon bond formation in complex organic syntheses. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the production of active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A key building block in the production of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including heterocyclic compounds and β-lactam antibiotics.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, flavors, and fragrances.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialty polymers and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Oxobutanoate Sodium Salt
CAS No.	15933-07-0
Molecular Formula	C6H9NaO3
Molecular Weight	152.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Ethyl Acetoacetate; Ethyl Acetoacetate Sodium Salt; Acetoacetic Acid Ethyl Ester Sodium Salt; Sodium 3-Oxobutanoate Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Oxobutan-1-oate Sodium Salt; EAA Sodium Salt; Sodium Enolate of Ethyl Acetoacetate
EINECS	240-088-5

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Oxobutanoate Sodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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