Ethyl 3-oxohexanoate
Also known as: Ethyl butyrylacetate, Ethyl 3-ketohexanoate, 3-Ketohexanoic acid ethyl ester, 3-Oxohexanoic acid ethyl ester, Butyrylacetic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl butyroacetate, Ethyl α-butyrylacetate, FEMA 3683, n-PrCOCH2CO2Et, Ethyl 3-oxocaproate, Ethyl butanoylacetate, Hexanoic acid, 3-oxo-, ethyl ester
Ethyl 3-oxohexanoate (CAS 3249-68-1) is a compound in the Solvents 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 melting point of -44°C, a boiling point of 206.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 78.3±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 3249-68-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-32141-5
- Molecular Formula
- C8H14O3
- Molecular Weight
- 158.195 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -44°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 206.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 78.3±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 158.094299 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 1.78 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.421 |
| Additional Property | IMMISCIBLE |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 29183000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ethyl 3-oxohexanoate?
The CAS number of Ethyl 3-oxohexanoate is 3249-68-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 3-oxohexanoate?
Ethyl 3-oxohexanoate has molecular formula C8H14O3 and molecular weight 158.195 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 3-oxohexanoate?
For Ethyl 3-oxohexanoate, Upstream Products: Meldrum's acid, Butyryl chloride, Ethanol; Downstream Products: Ethyl 2-oxovalerate, Propylthiouracil, 1,3-Propanediol.
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