Description

Ethyl 2-Ethyl-3-Hydroxy-Butanoate is a versatile ester compound valued for its unique organoleptic and chemical properties. This product is essential for formulators seeking to impart specific flavor, fragrance, or functional characteristics in high-value applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical intermediate, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a key flavoring agent or fragrance component, contributing fruity, buttery, or creamy notes to food products, beverages, and perfumes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a chiral building block or precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis for producing more complex esters, lactones, and other functional molecules.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into formulations as a fragrance ingredient or a mild, non-irritating solvent for various cosmetic applications.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for chemical studies and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Ethyl-3-Hydroxy-Butanoate
CAS No.	5465-11-2
Molecular Formula	C8H16O3
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Ethyl-3-Hydroxybutyrate; 2-Ethyl-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Hydroxy-2-ethylbutanoate; 3-Hydroxy-2-ethylbutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl DL-2-Ethyl-3-hydroxybutyrate; Butanoic acid, 2-ethyl-3-hydroxy-, ethyl ester; Ethyl α-ethyl-β-hydroxybutyrate
EINECS	226-758-1

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Ethyl-3-Hydroxy-Butanoate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal product stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.970 - 0.990
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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