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Ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate (Cat No.: R019779) is an organic ester commonly used as a high-performance solvent in coatings, inks, and adhesives. It consists of a propionic acid backbone with an ethoxy group at the 3-position and an ethyl ester functional group. Known for its good solvency power, moderate evaporation rate, and low odor, it is especially valued in automotive and industrial paint formulations. Ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate enhances flow and leveling properties, improves gloss, and supports the formation of smooth, defect-free coatings during application.
| CAS Number | 763-69-9 |
| Synonyms | Ethoxypropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ektapro EEP; Ethyl 3-ethoxypropanoate; Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate; Ethyl 4-Oxahexanoate; Ethyl Ethoxypropionate; Ethyl β-Ethoxypropionate; NSC 8870; Sankio EEP; Ucar Ester EEP |
| Molecular Formula | C7H14O3 |
| Purity | ≥95% |
| Storage | -20°C |
| IUPAC Name | ethyl 3-ethoxypropanoate |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H14O3/c1-3-9-6-5-7(8)10-4-2/h3-6H2,1-2H3 |
| InChIKey | BHXIWUJLHYHGSJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | CCOCCC(=O)OCC |
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