CAS:542-08-5 | Isopropyl Acetoacetate

Products Description

The substance with CAS number 542 - 08 - 5 is Isopropyl Acetoacetate, also known as isopropyl 3-oxobutanoate. Its molecular formula is C₇H₁₂O₃, its molecular weight is 144.17, and its EINECS number is 208 - 798 - 4.

Regarding its physical and chemical properties, Isopropyl Acetoacetate is a colorless liquid. Its melting point is - 27°C. Moreover, its density is 0.989 g/mL at 20 °C and 0.9835 g/cm³ at 25 °C. Additionally, its refractive index has two data, n20/D 1.418 and n20/D 1.41. Its flash point is 73 °C. Although it is slightly soluble in water, it can be dissolved in several organic solvents such as chloroform, ethyl acetate, methanol, and toluene.

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Safety Information

Hazard code: Xi.
Risk statement: 38, Irritating to skin and eyes.
Safety statement: 26-36-24/25, After contact with skin, rinse immediately with plenty of soap and water; wear appropriate protective gloves and goggles or mask; if accidentally inhaled or ingested, seek medical attention immediately.
WGK Germany: 1.

Uses

Isopropyl Acetoacetate is widely used in organic synthesis and serves as an important intermediate for the synthesis of a variety of organic compounds, like substituted 1,4-dihydropyridine compounds, 5-isopropoxycarbonyl-6-methyl-4-phenyl-3,4-dihydropyrimidine-2 (1H)-thione, etc.

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