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Isobutyric anhydride

Also known as: 2-Methylpropionic anhydride, 2-Methylpropanoic anhydride, Isobutyric acid anhydride, Propanoic acid, 2-methyl-, anhydride, Isobutyryl anhydride, Bis(2-methylpropionic) anhydride

Isobutyric anhydride (CAS 97-72-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H14O3 and a molecular weight of 158.195 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -53 °C, a boiling point of 183.6±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 59.4±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
97-72-3
Jingsj CID
J-11194-6
Molecular Formula
C8H14O3
Molecular Weight
158.195 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-53 °C
Boiling Point183.6±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point59.4±0.0 °C
Exact Mass158.094299
PSA43.37000
LogP1.27
Additional Property5.45 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure0.8±0.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.418
Additional Propertydecomposes

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915900090
Summary2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Isobutyric anhydride?

The CAS number of Isobutyric anhydride is 97-72-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Isobutyric anhydride?

Isobutyric anhydride has molecular formula C8H14O3 and molecular weight 158.195 g/mol.

Is Isobutyric anhydride hazardous?

Isobutyric anhydride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

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