Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, 95%

Name: Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, 95%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008776

About Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, 95%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, an ester registered under CAS number 609-15-4, specified at 95% purity. The compound has the formula C6H9ClO3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 164.59 g/mol. The IUPAC name is ethyl 2-chloro-3-oxobutanoate. It is also known as Ethyl alpha-chloroacetoacetate or Butanoic acid, 2-chloro-3-oxo-, ethyl ester.

It is supplied as a clear colourless to light orange to yellow liquid. Reported physical data include a boiling point of 77 °C and a density of 1.19 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 “Danger” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 g and 500 g packs, Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, 95%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008776
CAS Number	609-15-4
IUPAC name	ethyl 2-chloro-3-oxobutanoate
Molecular formula	C₆H₉ClO₃
Molecular weight	164.59 g/mol
Exact mass	164.024
Purity / assay	95%
HSN code	29332990
InChIKey	RDULEYWUGKOCMR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCOC(=O)C(C(=O)C)Cl
PubChem CID	11858

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Clear colourless to light orange to yellow liquid
Boiling point	77 °C
Density	1.19 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	43.4 Å²
Synonyms	Ethyl alpha-chloroacetoacetate, Butanoic acid, 2-chloro-3-oxo-, ethyl ester, 2-Chloroacetoacetic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl 2-chloracetoacetate, Ethyl-2-chloracetoacetate, 2-Chloro-3-oxobutyric acid ethyl ester, Ethyl 2-chloro-3-oxobutyrate, 2-Chloro-3-oxobutanoic acid, ethyl ester, Acetoacetic acid, 2-chloro-, ethyl ester, Ethyl .alpha.-chloroacetoacetate, ethyl-2-chloroacetoacetate, 2-chloro-3-oxo-butyric acid ethyl ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage
H400Very toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P260, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P363, P370 + P378

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

Other grades of CAS 609-15-4

Reference Standard

Ethyl-2-Chloroacetoacetate

CAS: 609-15-4
Formula: C₆H₉ClO₃
MW: 164.59 g/mol

VQ-008820

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, 95%?

The CAS Registry Number of Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, 95% is 609-15-4. It is also known as Ethyl alpha-chloroacetoacetate, Butanoic acid, 2-chloro-3-oxo-, ethyl ester, 2-Chloroacetoacetic acid ethyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, 95%?

Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, 95% has the molecular formula C6H9ClO3 and a molecular weight of 164.59 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ethyl 2-chloro-3-oxobutanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, 95% can I order?

We supply Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, 95% in (95%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, 95%?

Yes. Every lot of Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, 95% 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-chloroacetoacetate, 95% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, 95% 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.