35608-64-1

Basic information

• Product Name: ETHYL 3-HYDROXYBUTYRATE
• Synonyms: 3-HYDROXYBUTYRIC ETHYL ETHER;3-HYDROXYBUTYRIC ACID ETHYL ESTER;3-HYDROXY-N-BUTYRIC ACID ETHYL ESTER 98+%;rac-(3R*)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid ethyl ester;3-hydroxy-,ethylester,(+/-)-butanoicaci;ETHOXIFF;ETHYL DL-3-HYDROXYBUTYRATE;ETHYL DL-3-HYDROXY-N-BUTYRATE
• CAS NO: 35608-64-1
• Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₂O₃
• Molecular Weight: 132.16
• EINECS: 226-456-2
• Mol File: 35608-64-1.mol

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 170 °C(lit.)
• Flash Point: 148 °F
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.017 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
• Vapor Pressure: 0.362mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: n20/D 1.42(lit.)
• CAS DataBase Reference: ETHYL 3-HYDROXYBUTYRATE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: ETHYL 3-HYDROXYBUTYRATE(35608-64-1)
• EPA Substance Registry System: ETHYL 3-HYDROXYBUTYRATE(35608-64-1)

Safety Data

• Safety Statements: 23-24/25
• WGK Germany: 3
• Hazardous Substances Data: 35608-64-1(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Uses

Used in Cosmetic Products:
Ethyl 3-hydroxybutyrate is used as a flavoring agent for its fruity, rum-like odor, enhancing the scent of various cosmetic products.
Used in Food Industry:
Ethyl 3-hydroxybutyrate is used as a flavoring agent in the food industry, providing a fruity, rum-like taste to certain food products.
Used in Industrial Applications:
Ethyl 3-hydroxybutyrate is used as a solvent, plasticizer, and chemical intermediate in various industrial applications.
Used in Chemical Research:
Ethyl 3-hydroxybutyrate is used as a research compound for studying the properties and reactions of beta hydroxy acids and their derivatives.
Safety Precautions:
Ethyl 3-hydroxybutyrate needs to be handled with care as it may cause eye and skin irritation upon contact, and could be harmful if swallowed or inhaled.

InChI:InChI=1/C6H12O3/c1-3-9-6(8)4-5(2)7/h5,7H,3-4H2,1-2H3

Upstream product

• 141-97-9 ethyl acetoacetate 
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Relevant articles and documents

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