Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate

Name: Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-040061

About Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate

Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate is an ester carrying the CAS registry number 27772-62-9. Its molecular formula is C6H10O3 and its molecular weight is 130.14 g/mol. The IUPAC name is ethyl 2-methyl-3-oxopropanoate. Alternative names: 2-Formylpropionic Acid Ethyl Ester and Propanoic acid, 2-methyl-3-oxo-, ethyl ester.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate
Catalogue No.	VQ-040061
CAS Number	27772-62-9
IUPAC name	ethyl 2-methyl-3-oxopropanoate
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₀O₃
Molecular weight	130.14 g/mol
Exact mass	130.063
InChIKey	VVCYNVCCODBCOE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCOC(=O)C(C)C=O
PubChem CID	10898741

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	0.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	43.4 Å²
Synonyms	2-Formylpropionic Acid Ethyl Ester, Propanoic acid, 2-methyl-3-oxo-, ethyl ester, alpha-formylpropionic acid ethyl ester, 2-Formylproponic acid ethyl, ethyl a-formylpropionate, ethyl 2-formylpropanoate, ethyl alpha-formylpropionate, ethyl2-methyl-3-oxopropanoate, formylpropionic acid ethylester, ethyl 2-methyl-3-oxo-propanoate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P280, P303 + P361 + P353, P370 + P378, P403 + P235, 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 2-Formylpropionate?

The CAS Registry Number of Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate is 27772-62-9. It is also known as 2-Formylpropionic Acid Ethyl Ester, Propanoic acid, 2-methyl-3-oxo-, ethyl ester, alpha-formylpropionic acid ethyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate?

Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate has the molecular formula C6H10O3 and a molecular weight of 130.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ethyl 2-methyl-3-oxopropanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate can I order?

We supply Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate?

Yes. Every lot of Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate 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 2-Formylpropionate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ethyl 2-Formylpropionate 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.