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Ethyl 3-oxopropanoate

Also known as: 3-Oxopropanoic acid ethyl ester, Propanoic acid, 3-oxo-, ethyl ester, Ethyl formylacetate, 3-Oxo-propionic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl 3-oxopropanoate sodium salt, 3-Oxopropanoic acid ethyl ester sodium salt, 3-Oxo-propionic acid ethyl ester sodium salt

Ethyl 3-oxopropanoate (CAS 34780-29-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O3 and a molecular weight of 116.115 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 148.8±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 48.8±22.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
34780-29-5
Jingsj CID
J-1385696-7
Molecular Formula
C5H8O3
Molecular Weight
116.115 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point148.8±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point48.8±22.7 °C
Exact Mass116.047340
PSA43.37000
LogP0.47
Vapor Pressure4.2±0.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.401

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918300090
Summary2918300090 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 Ethyl 3-oxopropanoate?

The CAS number of Ethyl 3-oxopropanoate is 34780-29-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 3-oxopropanoate?

Ethyl 3-oxopropanoate has molecular formula C5H8O3 and molecular weight 116.115 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 3-oxopropanoate?

For Ethyl 3-oxopropanoate, Upstream Products: Diethyl trans-3-hexenedioate, Ethyl 3,3-diethoxypropionate, Ethyl propiolate; Downstream Products: Triethyl 1,3,5-benzenetricarboxylate, Scopoletin, Ethyl 3-(dimethylamino)acrylate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Ethyl 3-oxopropanoate (CAS 34780-29-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1385696-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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