2-Methylglutaric acid
Also known as: 2-Methylpentanedioic acid, α-Methylglutaric acid, Glutaric acid, 2-methyl-, NSC 5941, NSC 408456, AKOS 237-134, RARECHEM AL BO 0092, 2-Methylglutaric acid 98%, 2-Methylglutaric acid 99%, Pentanedioic acid, 2-methyl-, (.+/-.)-
2-Methylglutaric acid (CAS 18069-17-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10O4 and a molecular weight of 146.141 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 80-82ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 332.7±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 148.8±16.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 18069-17-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1019847-7
- Molecular Formula
- C6H10O4
- Molecular Weight
- 146.141 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 80-82ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 332.7±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 148.8±16.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 146.057907 |
| PSA | 74.60000 |
| LogP | -0.69 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.474 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2917190090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2917190090 acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Methylglutaric acid?
The CAS number of 2-Methylglutaric acid is 18069-17-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylglutaric acid?
2-Methylglutaric acid has molecular formula C6H10O4 and molecular weight 146.141 g/mol.
Is 2-Methylglutaric acid hazardous?
2-Methylglutaric acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methylglutaric acid?
For 2-Methylglutaric acid, Upstream Products: 2-Methylglutaronitrile, 3-methyltetrahydropyran, 4-Pentenoic acid; Downstream Products: (R)-(-)-2-Methylglutaric acid, (S)-(+)-2-Methylglutaric Acid, 3-methylpiperidine-2,6-dione.
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