Agent Name |
Ethyl-3-ethoxypropionate |
CAS Number |
763-69-9 |
Formula |
C7-H14-O3 |
Major Category |
Solvents |
Synonyms |
3-Ethoxypropionic acid ethyl ester; Ethoxypropionic acid, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-ethoxypropanoate; Ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate; Ethyl beta-ethoxypropionate; Ethylester kyseliny 3-ethoxypropionove [Czech]; Propanoic acid, 3-ethoxy-, ethyl ester; Propionic acid, 3-ethoxy-, ethyl ester; [ChemIDplus] |
Category |
Esters |
Description |
Water-white liquid with an ester-like odor; [CAMEO] |
Comments |
It appears to be similar to other esters with low toxicity. It is a mild mucous membrane irritant. Animal studies show no adverse effects below 250 ppm. Its unpleasant odor limits use as a substitute for glycol ethers in the electronics industry. [Sullivan, p. 450-1] A skin and eye irritant; Inhalation of high concentrations can cause CNS depression; [CAMEO] |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
Vapor Pressure |
0.9 mm Hg |
Explanatory Notes |
Flash point = 138 deg F; Boiling point range = 165-172 deg C; [Ullmann] |
Adverse Effects |
Neurotoxin |
CNS Solvent Syndrome |
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