Skip to content
Molekula

Molekula

Ethyl 4-chloroacetoacetate

SKU 15570773 CAS 638-07-3 C6H9ClO3 MW 164.59 Available on enquiry

Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries

ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Certificate of Analysis with every batch

Ethyl 4-chloroacetoacetate (CAS 638-07-3) is an organic intermediate widely used in pharmaceutical synthesis, agrochemical production, and the manufacture of fine chemicals. It serves as a key building block for creating heterocycles, dyes, and biologically active compounds due to its reactive chloroacetyl group. This chemical has the molecular formula C6H9ClO3 and a molecular weight of 164.59 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions but requires careful handling, as it carries a Danger signal word under GHS classification. Molekula supplies Ethyl 4-chloroacetoacetate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

Contact sales
Expect a response within hours Speak to a chemist: +44 (0) 3302 000333

Overview

SKU
15570773
CAS Number
638-07-3
IUPAC Name
ethyl 4-chloro-3-oxobutanoate
EC Number
211-317-0
Molecular Formula
C6H9ClO3
Molecular Weight
164.59
Exact Mass
164.024
SMILES
CCOC(=O)CC(=O)CCl
InChIKey
OHLRLMWUFVDREV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H9ClO3/c1-2-10-6(9)3-5(8)4-7/h2-4H2,1H3
PubChem CID
69484

Synonyms

  • 4-chloro-3-oxobutanoic acid ethyl ester
  • 4-Chloroacetoacetic acid ethyl ester
  • Acetoacetic acid, 4-chloro-, ethyl ester
  • Butanoic acid, 4-chloro-3-oxo-, ethyl ester
  • COBE cpd
  • ECA cpd
  • Ethyl (Chloroacetyl)acetate
  • Ethyl 4-chloro-3-oxobutanoate
  • Ethyl 4-Chloro-3-oxobutyrate
  • Ethyl gamma-chloroacetoacetate

Frequently asked questions

What is Ethyl 4-chloroacetoacetate commonly used for?

It is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for producing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals like pyrazoles and pyrimidines.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 4-chloroacetoacetate?

The formula is C6H9ClO3, and the molecular weight is 164.59 g/mol.

What safety classification does Ethyl 4-chloroacetoacetate have?

The signal word is Danger. The compound is toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin (H301 + H311), causes severe skin burns and eye damage (H314), and is toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects (H411), so it requires careful handling.

How should Ethyl 4-chloroacetoacetate be stored?

Store in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture, heat, and incompatible substances.

Does Molekula supply Ethyl 4-chloroacetoacetate in bulk quantities?

Yes, we offer bulk quantities upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation is provided with an order of Ethyl 4-chloroacetoacetate?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a packing slip with batch details.

Related products

Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 2000 from ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified facilities. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

Request a quote
Tell us the product and the quantity you need — including quantities larger than our listed packs. Expect a response within hours.
Full name
Company
Email
Phone (optional)
Product
Quantity needed

Ask for whatever you actually need — the pack sizes on our catalogue pages are a starting point, not a limit.

Message
View basket