Description

Ethyl 3 Acetoxy Hexanoate is a versatile ester compound valued for its unique organoleptic properties and role as a key synthetic intermediate. This specialty chemical is crucial for industries requiring precise flavor and fragrance profiles or advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical sectors for its ability to impart fruity, wine-like notes and serve as a building block for more complex molecules.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: Used as a flavoring agent and fragrance component to impart fruity, wine, and brandy-like notes in food, beverages, and perfumery.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key chiral building block or protecting group reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate for producing more complex esters, lactones, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated as a fragrance ingredient in lotions, creams, and other cosmetic formulations.
• Food Additives: Employed in the creation of artificial flavors for confectionery, dairy products, and alcoholic beverages.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying esterification reactions and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3 Acetoxy Hexanoate
CAS No.	21188-61-4
Molecular Formula	C10H18O4
Molecular Weight	202.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-acetoxyhexanoate; 3-(Acetyloxy)hexanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Acetyloxyhexanoate; Hexanoic acid, 3-(acetyloxy)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl β-Acetoxycaproate; NSC 163044; Ethyl 3-Hydroxyhexanoate Acetate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3 Acetoxy Hexanoate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for sensitive applications in flavor, fragrance, and pharmaceutical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to maintain quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.970 - 0.990
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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