Acetates & Esters, High-Purity Solvents

Ethyl Acetoacetate

Industrial Additive featuring Ethyl Acetoacetate (141-97-9)

This industrial additive is a clear, pale yellow liquid characterized by a distinct odor, designed for various applications. Its composition prominently includes Ethyl Acetoacetate (141-97-9) at a concentration of 10-20%. With a high flash point exceeding 100°C, it demonstrates good stability. The additive has a density ranging from 1.025 to 1.035 g/cm³ at 20°C. Notably, it exhibits insolubility in cold water, a key characteristic for its specific use cases. This versatile product is formulated to meet the demands of diverse industrial processes.

Attributes

Key Features and Benefits

High purity (minimum 99%) guarantees consistent product quality.
Serves as a versatile intermediate for diverse organic synthesis.
A key building block for pharmaceuticals, dyes, and pigments.
Enhances various food flavors and fragrance formulations.
Essential for the synthesis of important nutritional compounds like Vitamin B1.
A valuable raw material for paints, plastics, and protective coatings.
A clear, colorless liquid with a pleasant fruity aroma.
Crucial precursor in the manufacture of specific medicinal drugs.

Specifications

Technical Highlights

Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Fruity, ethereal odor
Purity (GC): Min. 99.0%
Density @ 20°C: 1.025 – 1.029 g/cm³
Refractive Index @ 20°C: 1.418 – 1.420
Acidity (as Acetic Acid): Max. 0.05%
Moisture Content (KF): Max. 0.05%
Color (APHA): Max. 10
Boiling Point: 180-182 °C
Flash Point: 74 °C (Closed Cup)

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Practical industry uses

Applications

Pharmaceuticals: Used as a crucial building block in synthesizing various drugs like antimalarials, anticonvulsants, and anti-inflammatory medications.
Agrochemicals: Functions as an intermediate in producing herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, aiding in effective crop protection.
Fragrances & Flavors: Employed for its fruity and sweet aroma, enhancing desirable notes in a wide range of products.
Dyes & Pigments: Serves as a precursor in synthesizing certain dyes and pigments, contributing to their color and stability.
Polymers & Plastics: Utilized as a raw material, influencing properties such as flexibility and adhesion in the production of polymers and plastics.
General Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for creating numerous other chemicals, including complex molecules and heterocycles.