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Ketone and ester solvents

Ethyl levulinate

Also known as Ethyl 4-oxopentanoate, Ethyl 4-ketovalerate, Ethyl 4-oxovalerate

CAS 539-88-8Formula C7H12O3Molar mass 144.17 g/molEC 208-728-2
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Ethyl levulinate chemical structure, C7H12O3, CAS 539-88-8
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
539-88-8
Formula
C7H12O3
Molar mass
144.17 g/mol
EC number
208-728-2
HS code
291830
Category
Ketone and ester solvents

What is Ethyl levulinate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Ethyl levulinate is an oxo carboxylic acid.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
ethyl 4-oxopentanoate
CAS number
539-88-8 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
208-728-2
Molecular formula
C7H12O3
UNII
7BU24CSS2G
MDL number
MFCD00009209
INCI name
ETHYL LAEVULINATE, ETHYL LEVULINATE
InChIKey
GMEONFUTDYJSNV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C7H12O3/c1-3-10-7(9)5-4-6(2)8/h3-5H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCOC(=O)CCC(=O)C

Synonyms

  • Ethyl 4-oxopentanoate
  • Ethyl 4-ketovalerate
  • Ethyl 4-oxovalerate
  • Levulinic acid, ethyl ester
  • Pentanoic acid, 4-oxo-, ethyl ester
  • Ethyl acetylpropanoate
  • Ethyl levulate
  • Ethyl laevulinate
  • Ethyl 3-acetylpropionate
  • Ethyl ketovalerate
  • ethyllevulinate
  • 4-oxopentanoic acid ethyl ester
  • Ethyl4-oxopentanoate
  • 4-oxo-pentanoic acid ethyl ester
  • Ethyl levulinate, 99%
  • Ethyl levulinate, >=98%, FCC, FG
  • Ethyl levulinate (natural)
  • Levulinic Acid Ethyl Ester
  • 4-Oxovaleric Acid Ethyl Ester
  • 4-Ketovaleric Acid Ethyl Ester
  • 3-Acetylpropionic Acid Ethyl Ester
  • 4-Oxo-pentanoicaciethylester
  • 4-03-00-01562 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
  • Pentanoic acid, 4-oxo-, et
  • Gmeonfutdyjsnv-uhfffaoysa-
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  • Ethyl levulinate, natural, >=98%, FG
  • doi:10.14272/GMEONFUTDYJSNV-UHFFFAOYSA-N.1
  • BKQ

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
144.17 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
144.0786 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.92calc.
Topological polar surface area
43.37 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
4calc.
Heavy atoms
10calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.71calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Solvents, Safer Chemical Classes.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name ETHYL LEVULINATE(skin conditioning - emollient, solvent)

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient
  • Fragrance

Cosmetic functions

  • Perfuming
  • Skin conditioning - emollient
  • Solvent

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • Safer Choice ingredient list (USA)
  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Ethyl levulinate is traded under.

HS 2918.30Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function…

World exports in 2024
$813M
−39.8% vs 2023, imports $1.23B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China43.3%
  2. India * partner reported10.4%
  3. United States6.8%
Top importers
  1. Singapore33.1%
  2. Germany7.2%
  3. Japan6.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Ethyl levulinate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Ethyl levulinate, based on the data on this page

What is Ethyl levulinate?

Ethyl levulinate is an oxo carboxylic acid.

What is the CAS number of Ethyl levulinate?

The CAS registry number of Ethyl levulinate is 539-88-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Ethyl levulinate?

The molecular formula of Ethyl levulinate is C7H12O3 and its molar mass is 144.17 g/mol.

What is Ethyl levulinate used for?

Use classes: Solvents, Safer Chemical Classes.

Is Ethyl levulinate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Ethyl levulinate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Ethyl levulinate?

Ethyl levulinate is usually classified under HS code 291830 (Carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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