Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
21683-58-9
Standard:
n-house Standards,
Ethyl 3-(2-methyl-5-pyridyl)-3-oxopropionate (CAS: 106749-56-8, Formula: C11H13NO3) is a specialized heterocyclic beta-keto ester synthesized via Claisen condensation of ethyl acetate with 2-methyl-5-nitropyridine followed by reduction. It serves as a critical intermediate in fine chemical manufacturing.
Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas away from oxidizers. Personnel must wear PPE including nitrile gloves and goggles due to potential skin irritation and flammability risks during handling.