Methyl Butyrylacetate

Name: Methyl Butyrylacetate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-040063

About Methyl Butyrylacetate

Methyl Butyrylacetate (CAS 30414-54-1) is an ester offered by Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C7H12O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 144.17 g/mol. Systematically, it is named methyl 3-oxohexanoate. It is also known as Hexanoic acid, 3-oxo-, methyl ester or Methyl 3-oxocaproate.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. 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. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl Butyrylacetate
Catalogue No.	VQ-040063
CAS Number	30414-54-1
IUPAC name	methyl 3-oxohexanoate
Molecular formula	C₇H₁₂O₃
Molecular weight	144.17 g/mol
Exact mass	144.0786
InChIKey	SJPCQNABHNCLPB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCC(=O)CC(=O)OC
PubChem CID	121700

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	43.4 Å²
Synonyms	Hexanoic acid, 3-oxo-, methyl ester, Methyl 3-oxocaproate, 3-Oxohexanoic Acid Methyl Ester, Butyrylacetic Acid Methyl Ester, methyl 3-ketohexanoate, 3-oxo-hexanoic acid methyl ester, 3-Ketohexanoic Acid Methyl Ester, Caproic acid, beta-oxo-, methyl ester, Ethyl2-Amylacetoacetate, 3-Ketohex

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 Methyl Butyrylacetate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl Butyrylacetate is 30414-54-1. It is also known as Hexanoic acid, 3-oxo-, methyl ester, Methyl 3-oxocaproate, 3-Oxohexanoic Acid Methyl Ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl Butyrylacetate?

Methyl Butyrylacetate has the molecular formula C7H12O3 and a molecular weight of 144.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 3-oxohexanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl Butyrylacetate can I order?

We supply Methyl Butyrylacetate, 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 Methyl Butyrylacetate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl Butyrylacetate 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 Butyrylacetate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl Butyrylacetate 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.