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Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate

Also known as: 6-Hydroxycaproic acid ethyl ester, 6-Hydroxyhexanoic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl 6-hydroxycaproate, Hexanoic acid, 6-hydroxy-, ethyl ester, MFCD00075601, RARECHEM AK ML 0053

Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate (CAS 5299-60-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H16O3 and a molecular weight of 160.21100 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 127-128ºC12 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 0.985 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of >110.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
5299-60-5
Jingsj CID
J-1033316-1
Molecular Formula
C8H16O3
Molecular Weight
160.21100 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/3/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point127-128ºC12 mm Hg(lit.)
Density0.985 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.)
Flash Point>110.0 °C
Exact Mass160.11000
PSA46.53000
LogP1.10220
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.437(lit.)

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918199090
Summary2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate?

The CAS number of Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate is 5299-60-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate?

Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate has molecular formula C8H16O3 and molecular weight 160.21100 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate?

For Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate, Upstream Products: epsilon-Caprolactone, 3-Buten-1-ol, Ethyl (methylthio)acetate; Downstream Products: methyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate, Ethyl (1R,2S)-2-aminocyclopentanecarboxylate, 1,6-Hexanediol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate (CAS 5299-60-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1033316-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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