| Identification | ||
| Name | Ethyl pyruvate | |
| Synonyms | Pyruvic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-oxopropionate | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C5H8O3 | |
| Molecular Weight | 116.12 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 617-35-6 | |
| EINECS | 210-511-2 | |
| FEMA | 2457 | |
| Properties | ||
| Density | 1.06 | |
| Boiling point | 144 ºC | |
| Refractive index | 1.404-1.406 | |
| Flash point | 45 ºC | |