Description

Triethyl Orthobutyrate is a high-purity orthoester compound, serving as a versatile and reactive chemical intermediate. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a protected form of butyric acid or as a transesterification agent in complex organic syntheses. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and the pharmaceutical industry seeking reliable building blocks for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), fragrances, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Key intermediate in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly as a protecting group or a transesterification reagent.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including flavors, fragrances, and agrochemical intermediates.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in acetalization reactions and as a source of the butyrate moiety under mild conditions.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in methodology development and novel compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethyl Orthobutyrate
CAS No.	24964-76-9
Molecular Formula	C10H22O3
Molecular Weight	190.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyric Acid Triethyl Orthoester; Triethoxybutane; Butane, 1,1,1-triethoxy-; Orthobutyric Acid Triethyl Ester; Ethyl Orthobutyrate; 1,1,1-Triethoxybutane; Butyraldehyde Triethyl Acetal; TEOTB
EINECS	246-553-5

Quality Control

Our Triethyl Orthobutyrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical parameters. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials for GMP or research purposes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.395 - 1.405
Density (20°C)	0.88 - 0.92 g/mL

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