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Ethyl 2-oxopiperidine-3-carboxylate

Also known as: 3-Carbethoxy-2-piperidone, 3-Ethoxycarbonyl-2-piperidone, Ethyl 2-piperidone-3-carboxylate, Ethyl 2-oxo-3-piperidinecarboxylate, 2-Oxo-3-piperidinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester, 2-Piperidone-3-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester, 3-Carbethoxy piperidone-2, 3-Carboxylic acid-2-piperidinone ethyl ester, NSC 38545, MFCD00006038

Ethyl 2-oxopiperidine-3-carboxylate (CAS 3731-16-6) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H13NO3 and a molecular weight of 171.194 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 80-82 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 326.0±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 150.9±25.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3731-16-6
Jingsj CID
J-48679-3
Molecular Formula
C8H13NO3
Molecular Weight
171.194 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point80-82 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point326.0±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point150.9±25.9 °C
Exact Mass171.089539
PSA55.40000
LogP-0.66
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.462

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933790090
Summary2933790090. other lactams. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:9.0%. . MFN tariff:9.0%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Ethyl 2-oxopiperidine-3-carboxylate?

The CAS number of Ethyl 2-oxopiperidine-3-carboxylate is 3731-16-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 2-oxopiperidine-3-carboxylate?

Ethyl 2-oxopiperidine-3-carboxylate has molecular formula C8H13NO3 and molecular weight 171.194 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 2-oxopiperidine-3-carboxylate?

For Ethyl 2-oxopiperidine-3-carboxylate, Upstream Products: Diethyl 2-(2-cyanoethyl)malonate, Diethyl malonate; Downstream Products: 2-oxopiperidine-3-carboxylic acid, Rutaecarpine, ethyl 1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyridine-3-carboxylate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Ethyl 2-oxopiperidine-3-carboxylate (CAS 3731-16-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-48679-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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