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5-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-5-oxopentanoic acid

Also known as: 5-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-5-oxovaleric acid, 3,4-Dimethoxy-δ-oxobenzenepentanoic acid, Benzenepentanoic acid, 3,4-dimethoxy-δ-oxo-, MFCD00094346, OTAVA-BB 1043544

5-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-5-oxopentanoic acid (CAS 4378-55-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H16O5 and a molecular weight of 252.26300 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 145-146ºC, a boiling point of 451.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.183g/cm3 and a flash point of 172.1ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
4378-55-6
Jingsj CID
J-1067789-1
Molecular Formula
C13H16O5
Molecular Weight
252.26300 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point145-146ºC
Boiling Point451.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.183g/cm3
Flash Point172.1ºC
Exact Mass252.10000
PSA72.83000
LogP2.14140
Refractive Index1.522
Storage Conditions2-8°C

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918990090
Summary2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-5-oxopentanoic acid?

The CAS number of 5-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-5-oxopentanoic acid is 4378-55-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-5-oxopentanoic acid?

5-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-5-oxopentanoic acid has molecular formula C13H16O5 and molecular weight 252.26300 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-5-oxopentanoic acid?

For 5-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-5-oxopentanoic acid, Upstream Products: Glutaric anhydride, 1,2-Dimethoxybenzene, 5,5'-oxybis(5-oxopentanoic acid).

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