Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98%

Name: Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019099

About Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98%

Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate (CAS 13984-57-1) is a polymer additive offered by Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 98% purity. Its molecular formula is C8H14O3 and its molecular weight is 158.19 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is ethyl 5-oxohexanoate. Alternative names: 4-Acetylbutyric acid ethyl ester and 5-Oxohexanoic acid ethyl ester.

In its supplied form it is a colourless to light yellow liquid. Key physical data: a density of 0.989 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span polymerisation initiation, plasticising and modification and plastics compounding. It is used across polymers and plastics.

We offer Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Polymerisation initiation
Plasticising & modification
Plastics compounding

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019099
CAS Number	13984-57-1
IUPAC name	ethyl 5-oxohexanoate
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₄O₃
Molecular weight	158.19 g/mol
Exact mass	158.0943
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29039990
InChIKey	MGPSIDGTLFKDEY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCOC(=O)CCCC(=O)C
PubChem CID	84130

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to light yellow liquid
Density	0.989 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	43.4 Å²
Synonyms	4-Acetylbutyric Acid Ethyl Ester, 5-Oxohexanoic acid ethyl ester, Hexanoic acid, 5-oxo-, ethyl ester, Ethyl 5-oxocaproate, Ethyl 5-oxohexanoate, ethyl 4-acetyl-butanoate, Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98%, 5-oxo-hexanoic acid ethyl ester, 5-Oxohexanoic acid ethyl ester, 4-Acetylbutyric acid ethyl ester, Ethyl 5-oxohexanoate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H227Combustible liquid
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98% is 13984-57-1. It is also known as 4-Acetylbutyric Acid Ethyl Ester, 5-Oxohexanoic acid ethyl ester, Hexanoic acid, 5-oxo-, ethyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98%?

Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98% has the molecular formula C8H14O3 and a molecular weight of 158.19 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ethyl 5-oxohexanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98% can I order?

We supply Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98% in (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ethyl 4-acetylbutyrate, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.