Description

4-Ethoxy-2-Butanone is a versatile ketone ether solvent and a valuable chemical intermediate. This compound matters for its unique combination of solvent properties and reactivity, making it a key building block in advanced synthesis. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research, process development, and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or solvent in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed in formulations requiring a high-volatility, polar aprotic solvent for coatings, inks, and adhesives.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in reactions involving ketone and ether functionalities.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Used as an intermediate in the creation of specific aroma compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethoxy-2-Butanone
CAS No.	60044-74-8
Molecular Formula	C6H12O2
Molecular Weight	116.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-oxobutyl ether; 1-Ethoxy-3-butanone; 3-Oxobutyl ethyl ether; Butanone, 4-ethoxy-; Ethyl β-ketobutyl ether; 4-Ethoxybutan-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 4-Ethoxy-2-Butanone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.410 - 1.415
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.920 - 0.930

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