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Acetylenedicarboxylic acid

Also known as: but-2-ynedioic acid, 2-butynedioic acid, butynedioic acid, acetylenedicarboxylate

Acetylenedicarboxylic acid (CAS 142-45-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H2O4 and a molecular weight of 114.056 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 180-187 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 362.4±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 187.2±19.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
142-45-0
Jingsj CID
J-1148204-5
Molecular Formula
C4H2O4
Molecular Weight
114.056 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point180-187 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point362.4±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.7±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point187.2±19.7 °C
Exact Mass113.995308
PSA74.60000
LogP0.34
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.560
Storage Conditions2-8°C
Additional Propertysoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2917190090
Summary2917190090 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 Acetylenedicarboxylic acid?

The CAS number of Acetylenedicarboxylic acid is 142-45-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acetylenedicarboxylic acid?

Acetylenedicarboxylic acid has molecular formula C4H2O4 and molecular weight 114.056 g/mol.

Is Acetylenedicarboxylic acid hazardous?

Acetylenedicarboxylic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Acetylenedicarboxylic acid?

For Acetylenedicarboxylic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Butyne-1,4-diol, n-Butyllithium, Vinyl bromide; Downstream Products: diethyl (2Z)-2-chloro-2-butenedioate, Oxaloacetic acid, 1H-1,2,3-triazole-4,5-dicarboxylic acid.

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