| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Ethyl 4-chloro-3-oxobutanoate | 【Synonyms】
4-Chloro-3-oxobutanoic acid ethyl ester
Butanoic acid, 4-chloro-3-oxo-, ethyl ester
Ethyl (chloroacetyl)acetate
Ethyl 4-chloro-3-oxobutanoate
Ethyl 4-chloro-3-oxobutyrate
Ethyl g-chloroacetoacetate | 【CAS】
638-07-3 | 【Formula】
C6H9ClO3 | 【Molecular Weight】
164.59 | 【EINECS】
211-317-0 | 【RTECS】
AK5110000 | 【RTECS Class】
Other | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1761275 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-03-00-01550 | 【EC Class】
toxic, corrosive, sensitizing, dangerous for the environment |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Clear colorless to pale yellow red liquid. Acetic odor. | 【Solubility in water】
Slightly soluble | 【Melting Point】
-8 | 【Boiling Point】
236 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.05 (25 C) | 【Density】
1.21 g/cm3 | 【pKa/pKb】
9.56 (pKa) | 【Partition Coefficient】
1.67 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
47.2 kJ/mol | 【Vapor Density】
5.68 | 【Refractive Index】
1.4221 (19 C) |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Wash clothing before reuse. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
Causes respiratory tract irritation. Can produce delayed pulmonary edema. | 【Skin】
Causes skin irritation. | 【Eyes】
Produces irritation, characterized by a burning sensation, redness, tearing, inflammation, and possible corneal injury. Lachrymator. May cause chemical conjunctivitis. | 【Ingestion】
Harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. | 【Hazards】
When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 24/25 36/37/38 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 26 36/37/39 45 | 【UN (DOT)】
2810 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | 【Respirators】
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. | 【Exposure Effects】
Effects may be delayed. |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
97 | 【Autoignition】
320 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Containers may explode when heated. Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam. | 【Fire Potential】
Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Disposal Code】
2 | 【Stability】
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizing agents. | 【Decomposition】
Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. | 【Combustion Products】
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. |
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