Name: Ethyl Crotonate
Cas: 623-70-1
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Directory Guidance on Ethyl Crotonate
Chemical Structure

Basic Info
The molecular formula for ethyl Crotonate (C6H10O2) is C6H10O2. It is an oily, colorless liquid with a pungent odor. It is slightly soluble, but not soluble, in chloroform or ethyl anacetate. The flash point of the liquid is 22degC. The aroma is rum, fruity, caramel, and strong. Apples, papayas and strawberries, rum wine, cocoa, ether, and rum are all natural products. It is stable both at room temperature, and under pressure. However, it is not compatible with strong oxidants. It should be kept in a dry, cool place away from fire and oxidants. The temperature of the container should not exceed 30degC. It is an intermediate in organic synthesis, which is used as a paint softener and solvent. Food flavors are also prepared using it.
Product Introduction
| Melting point | 37.22°C (estimate) |
| Boiling point | 142-143 °C(lit.) |
| density | 0.918 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| vapor density | 3.9 (vs air) |
| vapor pressure | 65 hPa (50 °C) |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.424(lit.) |
| FEMA | 3486 | ETHYL TRANS-2-BUTENOATE |
| Fp | 36 °F |
| storage temp. | Store below +30°C. |
| solubility | Chloroform (Slightly), Ethyl Acetate (Slightly) |
| form | Liquid |
| color | Clear colorless |
| Odor | at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. pungent chemical diffusive sweet alliaceous caramel rum |
| Odor Type | fermented |
| biological source | synthetic |
| Water Solubility | INSOLUBLE |
| MF: | C6H10O2 |
| MW: | 114.14 |
| EINECS: | 210-808-7 |
| Item | Specification |
| Product Name | Ethyl Crotonate |
| CAS No. | 623-70-1 |
| Appearance | liquid |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
| Packing | As your requirements |
Product Packaging
1. Intermediates important in organic synthesis
Ethyl Crotonate, a multifunctional intermediate in organic synthesis is widely used to construct complex molecules.
Diels-Alder Reaction: Ethyl Crotonate, as a dienophile can undergo cycloaddition reactions with conjugated dienes to produce cyclic compounds. These compounds are widely used for the synthesis and drug molecule synthesis.
Michael addition: Ethyl Crotonate, as an a,b unsaturated ester can undergo Michael reaction with nucleophiles such as amines alcohols ketones etc. To generate compounds with carbon-carbon bond.
Ethyl Crotonate is a functional group compound that can be transformed into other compounds by hydrolysis, reductions, oxidations and other reactions. Hydrolysis, for example, produces crotonic acids, while reduction yields crotyl alcohol, which can be used to synthesize fine chemicals.
2. Applications in the polymer and plastics industry
Ethyl Crotonate is a valuable polymer.
Comonomer : Ethyl Crotonate is a comonomer that can be copolymerized (e.g., with ethylene or acrylate) with other monomers. To prepare polymer materials that have specific properties. By adjusting the ratio of copolymerization, for example, it is possible to improve the flexibility, heat resistance, and transparency.
Polymer moderator: The addition of ethyl Crotonate to polymers can alter their physical and chemical properties, improving weather resistance or lowering the glass transition temperatures (Tg).
Ethyl Crotonate is also used to make functional polymer materials such as photosensitive polymers, conductive materials, etc.
3. Applications in the fragrance and flavor industry
Ethyl Crotonate is a chemical with a distinctive fruity and grassy smell. It has many applications in the fragrance and flavor industry.
Food flavors: Fruit flavors such as strawberry, apple, and pineapple are used in drinks, candies, baked goods, and other products.
Cosmetic flavors are used in the preparation of flavoring ingredients for perfumes, skin-care products, and hair care products to give them a natural and fresh aroma.
Fragrance Intermediates: Ethyl Crotonate is also used as an intermediary for the synthesis other flavor compounds. For example, crotyl Alcohol can be produced through reduction reactions and then used to synthesize ester flavors.
4. Solvents, Additives
It is used as a solvent because of its good solubility.
Industrial solvents: Used to dissolve organic compounds in resins or rubbers as well as in coatings, adhesives, and inks.
Reaction medium: Ethyl Crotonate is a good reaction medium for some organic reactions. It provides a dissolution environment.
Additive : It is used as a component in lubricants and plasticizers to improve the fluidity of materials.
5. Intermediates for pharmaceuticals and pesticides
The use of ethyl-crotonate in medicine and pesticides is important.
Pharmaceutical intermediates are used as an intermediary in the synthesis for various drugs such as anti-inflammatory, antibiotics, and anticancer drugs.
Useful as intermediates in the production of insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides. By undergoing further reactions, ethylcrotonate for example can produce biologically active heterocyclic molecules.
6. Applications in agricultural chemistry
Ethyl Crotonate has a number of applications in agricultural chemistry.
Plant growth regulators. Some ethyl-crotonate derivatives are used to promote crop yield and regulate plant growth.
It is used as an intermediate in the synthesis high-efficiency, low-toxic pesticides to control and prevent pests.
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