Description

Propyl Pyruvate is an important organic ester, a derivative of pyruvic acid, widely recognized for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and flavor/fragrance component. Its significance lies in its ability to impart unique fruity, rum-like notes and serve as a key building block in synthetic organic chemistry. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical industries seeking high-purity raw materials for their formulations and synthesis processes.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a key aroma chemical to create and enhance fruity, rum, and caramel notes in food flavorings, beverages, and perfumery.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in esterification and transesterification reactions.
• Agrochemicals: Utilized in the research and development of novel crop protection agents and other agricultural chemicals.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a substrate or standard in metabolic studies and enzymatic research related to pyruvate metabolism.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Incorporated into formulations where its specific ester properties are beneficial.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propyl Pyruvate
CAS No.	20279-43-0
Molecular Formula	C6H10O3
Molecular Weight	130.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Propyl 2-oxopropanoate; n-Propyl pyruvate; Pyruvic acid propyl ester; 2-Oxopropanoic acid propyl ester; Propyl α-ketopropionate; Propyl acetylformate; Propionylformic acid propyl ester
EINECS	243-690-8

Quality Control

Our Propyl Pyruvate is produced and tested 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, physical properties, and safety data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.405 - 1.415
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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