Description

2-Ethoxy-2-Oxoethyl Butyrate is a specialty ester compound with the CAS registry number 92351-77-4. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and solvent, valued for its ability to modify solubility and reactivity in complex formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for synthesis and process applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a solvent or co-solvent in pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Plasticizer: Imparts flexibility and modifies the physical properties of specialty resins and coatings.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a protecting group reagent or a building block in organic synthesis.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed as a precursor for esters contributing to specific aroma profiles.
• Research & Development: Utilized in laboratory-scale experiments and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethoxy-2-Oxoethyl Butyrate
CAS No.	92351-77-4
Molecular Formula	C8H14O4
Molecular Weight	174.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethoxyacetic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl Ethoxyacetate; 2-Ethoxyacetic Acid Butyl Ester; Ethoxyethyl Butyrate; Glycolic Acid Ethyl Ether Butyrate; Butyl 2-Ethoxyacetate; NSC 403108; Butoxycarbonylmethoxyethane
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Quality Control

Our 2-Ethoxy-2-Oxoethyl Butyrate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications and test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.415 - 1.425
Density (20°C)	0.98 - 1.02 g/mL

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