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Ethyl acetoacetate
CAS Number
141-97-9
EC Number
205-516-1
FEMA Number
FEMA 2415
Abbreviation
EAA
What is Ethyl acetoacetate?
Ethyl acetoacetate (CAS 141-97-9), commonly abbreviated as EAA, is a beta-ketoester used as a reactive intermediate and flavoring agent. FEMA 2415.
Where is Ethyl acetoacetate used?
- Coatings and adhesives: crosslinking agent for acetoacetate-functional resins
- Waterborne architectural and industrial coatings: enables ambient-cure systems
- Food: flavoring ingredient imparting butter, fruit and rum-like notes in baked goods
- Confectionery and beverages: flavoring
- Personal care: fragrance character in creams, lotions and rinse-off products
- Pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis: building block for heterocyclic intermediates and active ingredient production
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Commercial specifications
- Drum and IBC quantities
- Bulk tanker options
- Technical and industrial grades; food-grade material conforming to FCC requirements
Other Names (Synonyms)
ethyl 3-oxobutanoate|ethyl 3-oxidanylidenebutanoate|3-oxobutanoic acid ethyl ester|3-ketobutyric acid ethyl ester|EAA|ethyl acetylacetate|ethyl 3-oxobutyrate|diacetic ether
What are the physical properties of Ethyl acetoacetate?
Melting Point -45 °C
Boiling Point 180.8 °C @ Press: 760 Torr
Density 1.0282 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point 185 °F
Appearance Colourless, clear liquid
Color APHA: ≤15
Odor Agreeable, fruity.
Form Liquid
Water Solubility 116 g/L (20 ºC)
Vapor Pressure 1 mm Hg ( 28.5 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.419
pH 4.0 (110g/l, H2O, 20℃)
Log P 0.8 at 20℃
How is Ethyl acetoacetate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H227 Combustible liquid
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H320 Causes eye irritation
Precautionary Statements
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Ethyl acetoacetate?
HS Code 29183000
UN Number 1993
WGK (Germany) 1