Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 98%

Name: Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008883

About Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 98%

Listed under CAS 41051-15-4, Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate is an ester available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 98%. With the molecular formula C6H10O4, it has a molar mass of 146.14 g/mol. The IUPAC name is methyl 4-methoxy-3-oxobutanoate. Alternative names: Butanoic acid, 4-methoxy-3-oxo-, methyl ester and Methyl 4-methoxy-3-oxobutyrate.

The material typically appears as a colourless to light yellow to light orange liquid. Literature values give a density of 1.129 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span pharmaceutical synthesis, fine chemical synthesis and agrochemical formulations. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Standard pack sizes are 5 g and 25 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical synthesis
Fine chemical synthesis
Agrochemical formulations

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008883
CAS Number	41051-15-4
IUPAC name	methyl 4-methoxy-3-oxobutanoate
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₀O₄
Molecular weight	146.14 g/mol
Exact mass	146.0579
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	QGBPKJFJAVDUNC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COCC(=O)CC(=O)OC
PubChem CID	123500

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to light yellow to light orange liquid
Density	1.129 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 4
TPSA	52.6 Å²
Synonyms	Butanoic acid, 4-methoxy-3-oxo-, methyl ester, Methyl 4-methoxy-3-oxobutyrate, Methyl methoxyacetoacetate, 4-Methoxyacetoacetic Acid Methyl Ester, 4-methoxy-3-oxo-butyric acid methyl ester, Methyl 4-methoxy-3-oxo-butanoate, methyl gamma-methoxyacetoacetate, gamma-methoxyacetoacetic acid methyl ester, methyl-4-methoxyacetoacetate, 4-methoxy-3-oxobutanoic acid methyl ester, methyl 4-methoxy-acetoacetate, Methyl4-methoxy-3-oxobutanoate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, 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 Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 98% is 41051-15-4. It is also known as Butanoic acid, 4-methoxy-3-oxo-, methyl ester, Methyl 4-methoxy-3-oxobutyrate, Methyl methoxyacetoacetate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 98%?

Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 98% has the molecular formula C6H10O4 and a molecular weight of 146.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 4-methoxy-3-oxobutanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 98% can I order?

We supply Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 98% in (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 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 Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl 4-methoxyacetoacetate, 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.