乙酰醋酸乙酯; 丁酮酸乙酯

Ethyl acetoacetate appears as a colorless liquid with a fruity odor. Flash point 185°F. Boiling point 365°F. May cause adverse health effects if ingested or inhaled. May irritate to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Used in organic synthesis and in lacquers and paints.Ethyl acetoacetate is an ethyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of acetoacetic acid with ethanol. It has a role as a flavouring agent, an antibacterial agent and a plant metabolite. It derives from an acetoacetic acid.

合成染料和药物，也是其他有机合成中的重要中间体