Description

Ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate (CAS 763-69-9) is a high-purity ester compound with the molecular formula C₇H₁₄O₃, widely used in industrial and research applications. This colorless to pale yellow liquid is characterized by its mild, ester-like odor and excellent solvency properties. With a boiling point of approximately 170°C and a flash point around 60°C, it offers favorable handling characteristics for various formulations. Its balanced combination of ether and ester functionalities makes it particularly valuable as a slow-evaporating solvent in coating systems. The compound’s chemical stability and compatibility with resins, polymers, and other organic materials make it a versatile choice for researchers and formulators. Available in multiple packaging options to suit laboratory and bulk-scale requirements, our Ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate meets stringent quality standards with typical purity levels exceeding 98%.

Properties

• CAS Number: 763-69-9
• Complexity: 90.9
• IUPAC Name: ethyl 3-ethoxypropanoate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H14O3/c1-3-9-6-5-7(8)10-4-2/h3-6H2,1-2H3
• InChI Key: BHXIWUJLHYHGSJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 146.094294304
• Molecular Formula: C7H14O3
• Molecular Weight: 146.18
• SMILES: CCOCCC(=O)OCC
• Topological: 35.5
• Monoisotopic Mass: 146.094294304
• Physical Description: Ethyl-3-ethoxypropionate is a water-white liquid with an ester-like odor. Floats on water.
• Boiling Point: 338 °F at 760 mmHg
• Melting Point: -148 °F
• Flash Point: 138 °F
• Density: 0.95 – Less dense than water; will float
• Vapor Pressure: 0.9 [mmHg]
• Synonyms: Ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate, 763-69-9, Ethyl 3-ethoxypropanoate, 3-Ethoxypropionic acid ethyl ester, Propanoic acid, 3-ethoxy-, ethyl ester, Ethoxypropionic acid, ethyl ester, Ethyl beta-ethoxypropionate, NSC 8870, PROPIONIC ACID, 3-ETHOXY-, ETHYL ESTER, Ektapro EEP, UNII-EC38RSJ79J, EINECS 212-112-9, EC38RSJ79J, Ethylester kyseliny 3-ethoxypropionove, Ethyl .beta.-ethoxypropionate, BRN 1751976, DTXSID0027309, AI3-03254, NSC-8870, Ethylester kyseliny 3-ethoxypropionove [Czech], DTXCID907309, BHXIWUJLHYHGSJ-UHFFFAOYSA-, EC 212-112-9, 4-03-00-00697 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), Ethyl ester of 3-ethoxypropanoic acid, .beta.-Ethoxypropionic acid ethyl ester, 3-EEP, beta-Ethoxypropionic acid ethyl ester, 212-112-9, bhxiwujlhyhgsj-uhfffaoysa-n, inchi=1/c7h14o3/c1-3-9-6-5-7(8)10-4-2/h3-6h2,1-2h3, Ethyl-3-ethoxypropionate, Ethyl 3-Ethyoxypropionate, EEP Solvent, MFCD00051356, Solvent EEP, 3-Ethoxy-propionic acid ethyl ester, ethyl ethoxy propionate, Ethyl3-ethoxypropanoate, Ethyl 3 Ethoxy Propionate, SCHEMBL37036, T-Ethyl 3 Ethoxy Propionate, WLN: 2OV2O2, Tri Ethyl 3 Ethoxy Propionate, Tri Ethyl-3-Ethoxy Propionate, SCHEMBL7364262, CHEMBL3561286, Ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate, 99%, SCHEMBL10456890, NSC8870, Ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate, >=99%, 3-ethoxy-propanoic acid ethyl ester, AAA76369, Tox21_200179, AKOS000120095, CS-W013312, ETHOXY PROPIONIC ACID ETHYL ESTER, NCGC00248553-01, NCGC00257733-01, CAS-763-69-9, EEP, LS-13347, PROPIONIC ACID 3-ETHOXYETHYL ESTER, E0319, NS00001335, EN300-20634, E83003, Q22829038

Application

Ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate serves as an effective high-boiling solvent in automotive and industrial coating systems, providing excellent flow and leveling properties. It finds significant use in the formulation of paints, inks, and adhesives where controlled evaporation rates are required. The compound is particularly valuable in electronics applications as a solvent for photoresist formulations in semiconductor manufacturing processes.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H226: Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]
• H320: Causes eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects]

Precautionary Statements

• P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264+P265, P271, P280, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P337+P317, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Flammable liquids – Category 3
• Serious eye damage/eye irritation – Category 2B
• Specific target organ toxicity – Single exposure – Category 3

If you are interested or have any questions, please contact us at support@atomfair.com

Disclaimer: Sold exclusively for laboratory research. Prohibited for commercial use, diagnostics, or human/animal applications. Buyers assume all compliance liability.