363 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999)
180.8 °C AT 760 MM HG
180.00 to 181.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
180.8 °C
Density
1.028 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink
1.0282 AT 20 °C/4 °C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.021
1.022-1.027
Physical Description
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.
Liquid
Colorless liquid with a fruity odor; [Hawley]
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.
clear, colourless to yellow mobile liquid; fruity taste; fruity, sweet, and rum-like odour