Description

Methyl 3-(Acetoxy)-3-Butenoate is a versatile bifunctional ester monomer containing both an acetoxy and an unsaturated butenoate group. This compound matters as a key reactive intermediate for synthesizing specialty polymers, fine chemicals, and pharmaceutical building blocks. Industries that need it include polymer chemistry for functional resins, agrochemical manufacturing for active ingredient synthesis, and pharmaceutical R&D for creating novel molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Modification: Serves as a reactive monomer for introducing pendant acetoxy and ester functionalities into acrylic and vinyl polymers, enhancing properties like adhesion, cross-linking potential, and solubility.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A crucial building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring the introduction of specific ester and olefinic handles for further chemical transformation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its reactive sites allow for the construction of specific bioactive molecular architectures.
• Fine Chemical & Specialty Additive Production: Employed in the manufacture of plasticizers, specialty surfactants, and performance additives that benefit from its dual functional group chemistry.
• Cross-linking Agent Precursor: The unsaturated double bond makes it a valuable precursor for compounds used as cross-linking agents in coatings, adhesives, and composite materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a Michael acceptor or a dienophile in various organic reactions, including Diels-Alder and conjugate addition chemistries, for constructing complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Methyl 3-(Acetoxy)-3-Butenoate
CAS No.	4525-23-9
Molecular Formula	C7H10O4
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Acetoxy-3-butenoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-Acetoxybut-3-enoate; 3-Butenoic Acid, 3-(Acetyloxy)-, Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-Acetoxy-3-butenoate; Acetic Acid (3-Methoxycarbonyl-2-propenyl) Ester; 3-(Acetoxy)-3-butenoic Acid Methyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-(Acetoxy)-3-Butenoate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure high purity and consistent chemical identity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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 heat sources, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.