Description

Ethyl Propionylacetate is a versatile organic ester with significant utility as a key chemical intermediate. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both ester and ketone groups, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. This compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and various drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive carbonyl functionality.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a building block for creating esters and lactones that contribute fruity and creamy notes to perfumes and food flavorings.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in Claisen condensation and Michael addition reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains for specialty material applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Ethyl Propionylacetate
CAS No.	4949-44-4
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-oxopentanoate; Ethyl β-ketovalerate; 3-Oxopentanoic acid ethyl ester; Propionylacetic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl propionyl acetate; 1-Ethoxy-1,3-butanedione; Acetylpropionic acid ethyl ester
EINECS	225-582-5

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Propionylacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.418 - 1.422
Density (20°C)	1.010 - 1.030 g/mL

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