Product Description
| Chemical Name: |
Ethyl isobutyrylacetate |
| Molecular Formula: |
C8H14O3 |
| Formula Weight: |
158.2 |
| CAS No.: |
7152-15-0 |
AI Product Description
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<h3>Overview</h3>
<p>Ethyl isobutyrylacetate is a synthetic organic ester used primarily as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and fragrance synthesis. The core production process involves the condensation of ethyl acetoacetate with isobutyric acid derivatives under catalytic conditions. <strong>Molecular Formula</strong>: C<sub>8</sub>H<sub>14</sub>O<sub>3</sub>; <strong>CAS No.</strong>: 536-97-2.</p>
<h3>Application</h3>
<ul>
<li>Pharmaceutical industry: Serves as a key precursor for synthesizing non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).</li>
<li>Fragrance manufacturing: Utilized to create fruity, sweet olfactory notes in fine perfumery formulations.</li>
<li>Solvent systems: Employed in specialized coating applications requiring moderate evaporation rates.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Precautions</h3>
<p>Strictly avoid direct human exposure; use appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles during handling. Store in cool, dry, ventilated areas away from oxidizers and ignition sources due to flammability risks. Not approved for direct clinical administration.</p>