Butyl acetoacetate
Also known as: Butyl 3-oxobutyrate, Butyl 3-oxobutanoate, Butanoic acid, 3-oxo-, butyl ester, Acetoacetic acid butyl ester, n-Butyl acetoacetate, 3-Oxobutanoic acid butyl ester, Butyl 3-ketobutyrate, FEMA 2176, NSC 97211
Butyl acetoacetate (CAS 591-60-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H14O3 and a molecular weight of 158.19500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 230-234 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 206ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 0.98 and a flash point of 85 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 591-60-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-13689-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H14O3
- Molecular Weight
- 158.19500 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 230-234 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 206ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 0.98 |
| Flash Point | 85 °C |
| Exact Mass | 158.09400 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 1.30880 |
| Refractive Index | 1.421 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Butyl acetoacetate?
The CAS number of Butyl acetoacetate is 591-60-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Butyl acetoacetate?
Butyl acetoacetate has molecular formula C8H14O3 and molecular weight 158.19500 g/mol.
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