Description

Ethyl 4-Acetoxy-3-Oxobutanoate is a versatile organic ester compound, also known as ethyl acetoacetate acetate, serving as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, containing both an ester and a β-ketoester moiety, makes it an invaluable precursor for the production of heterocyclic compounds, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable and scalable synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical starting material or building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry research for developing new synthetic methodologies and compounds.
• Chemical Cross-linking Agent: Potential use in polymer chemistry and material science due to its reactive sites.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Acetoxy-3-Oxobutanoate
CAS No.	35594-15-1
Molecular Formula	C8H12O5
Molecular Weight	188.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Acetoxyacetoacetate; Ethyl Acetoacetate Acetate; 4-Acetoxy-3-oxobutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Acetic Acid 2-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-2-oxoethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-Acetoxyacetoacetate; 3-Oxobutanedioic Acid 4-Ethyl Ester 1-Acetate; Butanoic acid, 4-acetoxy-3-oxo-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Acetoxy-3-Oxobutanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). 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 prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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