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Ethyl 3-(N-Butylacetamido)propanoate (CAS 52304-36-6)

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Alternate Names:
3-(Butylacetylamino)propionic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-[(N-Butyl-N-acetyl)amino]propionic Acid Ethyl Ester; AI 3-70763; BAAPE
CAS Number:
52304-36-6
Molecular Weight:
215.29
Molecular Formula:
C11H21NO3
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Ethyl 3-(N-Butylacetamido)propanoate, classified as a tertiary carboxamide and an ethyl ester, exhibits diverse properties and applications. Notably, it serves as a plasticizer and an effective, broad-spectrum insect repellent with low toxicity. This mosquito repellent ester finds widespread usage in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. This versatile compound lends itself to the creation of specialized repellent agents, including solutions, emulsions, ointments, coatings, jellies, aerosols, mosquito coils, and microcapsules. Furthermore, it can be incorporated into various products or materials, such as toilet water and mosquito repellent water, to confer repellent properties. In summary, Ethyl 3-(N-Butylacetamido)propanoate encompasses the characteristics of a tertiary carboxamide and an ethyl ester. Its multifaceted nature allows it to function as both a plasticizer and an efficient, low-toxicity insect repellent. It is widely employed in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and the production of specialized repellent formulations.


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Ethyl 3-(N-Butylacetamido)propanoate, 1 g

sc-496467B
1 g
$171.00

Ethyl 3-(N-Butylacetamido)propanoate, 5 g

sc-496467C
5 g
$193.00

Ethyl 3-(N-Butylacetamido)propanoate, 25 g

sc-496467D
25 g
$245.00

Ethyl 3-(N-Butylacetamido)propanoate, 50 g

sc-496467
50 g
$317.00

Ethyl 3-(N-Butylacetamido)propanoate, 100 g

sc-496467A
100 g
$453.00