Description

Propanedioic Acid, Butyl Ethyl Ester is a diester derivative of malonic acid, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate and specialty solvent. Its molecular structure offers valuable properties for synthesis and formulation, making it a critical component in advanced manufacturing processes. This compound is essential for industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and polymer production, where precise chemical building blocks are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed as a plasticizer or cross-linking agent in specialty polymer formulations.
• Specialty Solvent: Functions as a high-boiling point solvent for coatings, inks, and adhesive applications.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Utilized as a precursor in the synthesis of ester-based aroma compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a reagent in organic synthesis and process development labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propanedioic Acid, Butyl Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	17373-84-1
Molecular Formula	C9H16O4
Molecular Weight	188.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyl Ethyl Malonate; Ethyl Butyl Malonate; Diethyl Butyl Malonate; Malonic Acid, Butyl Ethyl Ester; Butyl Ethyl Propanedioate; 1-Butyl Ethyl Propanedioate; Propanedioic Acid, Ethyl Butyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Propanedioic Acid, Butyl Ethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity and specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources, strong oxidizing agents, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.425
Density (20°C)	1.010 - 1.030 g/mL

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