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2-Ethylbutyric acid, 98%
Description
Diethyl acetic acid (88-09-5) is used in flavoring agent and as an intermediate for pharmaceuticals and dyestuffs. It is also employed in the manufacture of esters and other chemicals.
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Diethyl acetic acid (88-09-5) is used in flavoring agent and as an intermediate for pharmaceuticals and dyestuffs. It is also employed in the manufacture of esters and other chemicals.
Solubility
Sparingly soluble with the usual organic solvents. Solubility in water 18 g/L (20°C).
Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly sealed and store in cool, dry condition in well ventilated place.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | -15°C |
Density | 0.924 |
Boiling Point | 192°C to 194°C |
Flash Point | 87°C (188°F) |
Refractive Index | 1.413 |
Quantity | 250 mL |
UN Number | UN2922 |
Beilstein | 1098634 |
Merck Index | 14,3110 |
Solubility Information | Sparingly soluble with the usual organic solvents. Solubility in water 18g/L (20°C). |
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Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H227-H312-H314 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H311-H314-H318-H227 Toxic in contact with skin. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage. Combustible liquid. |
Precautionary Statement | P210-P260-P264b-P280-P301+P330+P331-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P310-P363-P370+P378q-P501c |
DOTInformation | Hazard Class: 8; Packaging Group: II |
EINECSNumber | 201-796-4 |
RTECSNumber | ET1400000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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