Description

Ethyl 4-Ethoxybutyrate is a versatile ester compound valued for its role as a high-purity chemical intermediate and solvent. Its structure makes it particularly useful in synthetic organic chemistry, offering a balance of reactivity and stability for controlled reactions. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries seeking reliable building blocks for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor or solvent in the creation of specialty aroma compounds.
• Organic Solvent: Employed in specialized chemical reactions and purification processes where specific solvency properties are required.
• Polymer and Resin Modifier: Acts as a plasticizer or intermediate in the production of certain specialty polymers.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and novel compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Ethoxybutyrate
CAS No.	26448-91-9
Molecular Formula	C8H16O3
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethoxybutyric Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-Ethoxybutanoate; Butanoic acid, 4-ethoxy-, ethyl ester; NSC 88411; Ethyl γ-Ethoxybutyrate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Ethoxybutyrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise purity and composition specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.415 - 1.425
Density (20°C)	0.95 - 0.99 g/mL
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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