Ethyl phenylpropiolate

Chemical Properties

clear yellowish liquid

Uses

Ethyl phenylpropiolate, is an important organic intermediate. It is also used as an intermediate in organic Synthesis, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals and dyestuff.

Synthesis Reference(s)

The Journal of Organic Chemistry, 50, p. 2372, 1985 DOI: 10.1021/jo00213a034
Synthesis, p. 498, 1987 DOI: 10.1055/s-1987-27983

General Description

Clear pale yellow liquid.

Air & Water Reactions

Insoluble in water.

Reactivity Profile

Esters react with acids to liberate heat along with alcohols and acids. Strong oxidizing acids may cause a vigorous reaction that is sufficiently exothermic to ignite the reaction products. Heat is also generated by the interaction of esters with caustic solutions. Flammable hydrogen is generated by mixing esters with alkali metals and hydrides.

Fire Hazard

ETHYL PHENYLPROPIOLATE is combustible.