Propanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2,2-diMethyl-, ethyl ester

Propanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2,2-diMethyl-, ethyl ester - Names and Identifiers

Name	ethyl 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropanoate
Synonyms	ethyl 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropanoate Ethyl 3-hydroxy-2,2-diMethylpropanoate Ethyl 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl propionate Propanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2,2-diMethyl-, ethyl ester
CAS	14002-73-4
InChI	InChI=1/C7H14O3/c1-4-10-6(9)7(2,3)5-8/h8H,4-5H2,1-3H3

Propanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2,2-diMethyl-, ethyl ester - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C7H14O3
Molar Mass	146.18
Density	1.007g/cm³
Boling Point	215.7°C at 760 mmHg
Flash Point	83.8°C
Vapor Presure	0.0316mmHg at 25°C
Storage Condition	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
Refractive Index	1.433

Propanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2,2-diMethyl-, ethyl ester - Introduction

Ethyl 2-hydroxymethylisobutyrate (2-hydroxyethyl isobutyrate) is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H12O3.

Nature:
-Appearance: colorless liquid
-Solubility: Soluble in alcohol, ether and ketone solvents, slightly soluble in water.
-Density: approx. 0.99g/cm³
-Melting point:-41°C
-Boiling Point: 163-164°C
-Odor: Special ester odor.
-Viscosity: low viscosity

Use:
-Ethyl 2-hydroxymethyl isobutyrate can be used as solvents and thinners for coatings, inks, varnishes and glues, with good volatility and solubility.
-In industry, it can also be used as a component of synthetic resins, plastics and rubber.
-In the cosmetics industry, it can be used as a fragrance and blending agent.
-Due to its low toxicity and volatility, it is also used as an industrial cleaning agent.

Preparation Method:
Ethyl 2-hydroxymethyl isobutyrate can be obtained by reacting 2-methylpropanol with isobutyric anhydride in the presence of an acid catalyst.

Safety Information:
Ethyl 2-hydroxymethyl isobutyrate is not obviously irritating or fatal to the human body under normal use conditions.
-However, long-term exposure to high concentrations of ethyl 2-hydroxymethyl isobutyrate may cause irritation to the skin and eyes, and may cause allergies.
-When using this compound, please follow the correct method of operation and take appropriate safety measures, such as wearing protective gloves, goggles and protective clothing to ensure a well-ventilated room.

Last Update：2024-04-09 21:04:16