3-(ethoxycarbonyl)-4-oxopentanoic acid CAS 42161-03-5

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.42161-03-5
Molecular FormulaC8H12O5
Molecular Weight188.18 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

3-(ethoxycarbonyl)-4-oxopentanoic acid CAS 42161-03-5 chemical structure

Description

3-(ethoxycarbonyl)-4-oxopentanoic acid (CAS 42161-03-5) reference standard, produced by CATO (ISO 17034 / CNAS / ANAB accredited). Molecular formula: C8H12O5. Molecular weight: 188.18 g/mol. Trusted by 10,000+ laboratories worldwide for pharmaceutical analysis and QC.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC8H12O5
Molecular Weight188.18 g/mol
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)3.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
CAS Registry Year (est.)1969

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