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Acetoacetic Acid 541-50-4

Acetoacetic Acid (CAS 541-50-4, C4H6O3), is a colorless liquid, widely used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and dyes, with a fruity odor, playing a crucial role as a precursor in the production of various compounds. Acetoacetic acid is known for its ability to undergo keto-enol tautomerism, making it a versatile compound in organic chemistry. It is also used as a pH indicator and in the production of artificial flavors and fragrances.

Chemical Name Acetoacetic Acid
CAS Registry Number 541-50-4
PubChemID 96
Molecular Weight 102.08864
PSA 54.37000
LogP 0.05010
EINECS
Molecular Formula C4H6O3
Synonyms
  • 3-ketobutanoic acid 3-oxobutanoic acid
  • 3-KETOBUTYRATE
  • 3-ketobutyric acid
  • 3-oxobutanate
  • 3-oxobutanoic acid
  • 3-Oxobutyric acid
  • acetacetic acid
  • ACETOACETATE
  • acetoncarboxylic acid
  • Acetyl acetic acid
  • acetylacetic acid
  • diacetic acid
 

541-50-4 Properties

  • Density 1.182
    Boiling Point 237.7°Cat760mmHg
    Flash Point 111.8°C
    Melting Point [36.5]
    Vapour 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25C (Predicted)
    Refractive Index 1.427
    HS Code 2918300090
 

541-50-4 Safety Infomation

  • Safety Statements S26;S36
    Risk Statements R36/37
    HazardClass 8
    PackingGroup III
    Transport 1759
 
 
 
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