Description

Triethyl Ortho Acetate is a versatile orthoester compound, primarily used as a key reagent and protecting group in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a synthetic equivalent of acetic acid and acetaldehyde, enabling the formation of complex heterocycles and fine chemicals under controlled conditions. This product is essential for research laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for heterocyclic compounds and antiviral agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where specific acetal or ester functionalities are required.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of various esters and acetals that contribute to specific aroma profiles.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a modifier or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Widely used in academic and industrial R&D for Claisen condensations, protecting group chemistry, and the synthesis of enol ethers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethyl Ortho Acetate
CAS No.	78-38-7
Molecular Formula	C8H18O3
Molecular Weight	162.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1-Triethoxyethane; Ethyl Orthoacetate; Triethoxyethane; Acetaldehyde Ethyl Orthoester; Orthoacetic Acid Triethyl Ester; Acetic Acid Triethyl Orthoester; Triethyl Acetal Orthoacetate
EINECS	201-110-7

Quality Control

Our Triethyl Ortho Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and prevent evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.390 - 1.395
Density (20°C)	0.885 - 0.895 g/mL

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