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tert-butyl 4-oxobutanoate

Also known as: TERT BUTYL 4-OXOBUTANOATE, tert-Butyl 4-Oxobutyrate, 4-Oxo-butyric acid tert-butyl ester, 1,1-Dimethylethyl 4-oxobutanoate, Butanoic acid, 4-oxo-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester, 2-Methyl-2-propanyl 4-oxobutanoate

tert-butyl 4-oxobutanoate (CAS 51534-77-1) 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 158.195 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 210.1±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 81.9±22.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
51534-77-1
Jingsj CID
J-1398953-2
Molecular Formula
C8H14O3
Molecular Weight
158.195 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point210.1±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point81.9±22.7 °C
Exact Mass158.094299
PSA43.37000
LogP1.34
Vapor Pressure0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.422

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of tert-butyl 4-oxobutanoate?

The CAS number of tert-butyl 4-oxobutanoate is 51534-77-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of tert-butyl 4-oxobutanoate?

tert-butyl 4-oxobutanoate has molecular formula C8H14O3 and molecular weight 158.195 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of tert-butyl 4-oxobutanoate?

For tert-butyl 4-oxobutanoate, Upstream Products: tert-Butyl acrylate, tert-Butyl 4-hydroxybutanoate, 4-Pentenoic acid, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "tert-butyl 4-oxobutanoate (CAS 51534-77-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1398953-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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