CAS 5337-63-3

ethyl 3-oxo-2-(2-phenylethyl)butanoate

Description:

Ethyl 3-oxo-2-(2-phenylethyl)butanoate, with the CAS number 5337-63-3, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of esters. It features a butanoate backbone with a ketone functional group and an ethyl ester moiety. This compound is characterized by its relatively complex structure, which includes a phenylethyl substituent that contributes to its aromatic properties. Ethyl 3-oxo-2-(2-phenylethyl)butanoate is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid, exhibiting a pleasant, fruity odor, which is common among esters. It is soluble in organic solvents and may have limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic aromatic component. The compound is of interest in organic synthesis and may serve as an intermediate in the production of various pharmaceuticals or fragrances. Its reactivity is influenced by the presence of the carbonyl group, making it susceptible to nucleophilic attack, which is a key feature in many chemical reactions involving esters and ketones.

Formula: C₁₄H₁₈O₃

InChI: InChI=1/C14H18O3/c1-3-17-14(16)13(11(2)15)10-9-12-7-5-4-6-8-12/h4-8,13H,3,9-10H2,1-2H3

SMILES: CCOC(=O)C(CCc1ccccc1)C(=O)C

Ethyl 3-oxo-2-(2-phenylethyl)butanoate

CAS: 5337-63-3

Formula: C₁₄H₁₈O₃

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 234.2909

Ref: IN-DA00E0S8

ethyl 3-oxo-2-(2-phenylethyl)butanoate

CAS: 5337-63-3

Formula: C₁₄H₁₈O₃

Purity: 95.0%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 234.295

Ref: 10-F372601

Ethyl 3-oxo-2-(2-phenylethyl)butanoate

CAS: 5337-63-3

Ethyl 3-oxo-2-(2-phenylethyl)butanoate is a clear liquid that has been shown to be a photophysical and photochemical product of naphthalene, uv absorption, and photophysical properties. It has been shown to undergo cyclic equilibration in fluid solutions and possess two chromophores with different emission wavelengths. Multiexponential kinetics have been observed in the photolysis of ethyl 3-oxo-2-(2-phenylethyl)butanoate at room temperature. The compound is also susceptible to laser photolysis, which may be due to its high energy level.

Formula: C₁₄H₁₈O₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 234.29 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FE129929