Ethyl acetoacetate (141-97-9)

Identification
Name:	Ethyl acetoacetate
Synonyms:	Ethyl beta-ketobutyrate;FEMA No. 2415;Acetoacetic ester;Ethyl 3-oxobutyrate;Active acetyl acetate;3-Oxobutanoic acid ethyl ester;Ethyl acetylacetate;Ethylester kyseliny acetoctove [Czech];Acetoctan ethylnaty [Czech];1-Ethoxybutane-1,3-dione;Active acetylacetate;Butanoic acid, 3-oxo-, ethyl ester;Ethyl 3-oxobutanoate;
CAS:	141-97-9
EINECS:	205-516-1
Molecular Formula:	C₆H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight:	130.14
InChI:	InChI=1/C6H10O3/c1-3-9-6(8)4-5(2)7/h3-4H2,1-2H3
Molecular Structure:
Properties
Transport:	UN 1993
Density:	1.021
Stability:	Stable. Incompatible with acids, bases, oxidizing agents, reducing agents, alkali metals. Combustible.
Refractive index:	1.418-1.42
Appearance:	Colourless liquid
Specification:	General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. Combustible liquid. Extinguishing Media: Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.? Handling: Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Storage: Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Report:	Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.
Packinggroup:	III
Storage Temperature:	Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.
Color:	COLORLESS LIQUID
Usage:	Ethyl acetoacetate (EAA) is used as starting material for the syntheses of alpha-substituted acetoacetic esters and cyclic compounds, e.g. pyrazole, pyrimidine and coumarin derivatives as well as intermediate for vitamins and pharmaceuticals. Product Data Sheet
Safety Data
Hazard Symbols	Xi:Irritant

Ethyl acetoacetate (141-97-9)

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