Ethyl-3-ethoxypropionate
Agent Name
Ethyl-3-ethoxypropionate
CAS Number
763-63852-09-3
9-9
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 (<C12)
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]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
0.9 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
Flash point = 138 deg F; Boiling point range = 165-172 deg C; [Ullmann]
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
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Processes
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