(R)-(+)-Methylsuccinic acid
Also known as: (R)-2-methylsuccinic acid, (R)-2-methylbutanedioic acid, (2R)-2-methylbutanedioic acid, (2R)-2-methylsuccinic acid, (R)-(+)-Pyrotartaric acid, MFCD00209602
(R)-(+)-Methylsuccinic acid (CAS 3641-51-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O4 and a molecular weight of 132.11500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 110-115ºC, a boiling point of 236.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.311 g/cm3 and a flash point of 111.1ºC. 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.
- 3641-51-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1184244-7
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8O4
- Molecular Weight
- 132.11500 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 110-115ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 236.5ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.311 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 111.1ºC |
| Exact Mass | 132.04200 |
| PSA | 74.60000 |
| LogP | 0.18180 |
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 (R)-(+)-Methylsuccinic acid?
The CAS number of (R)-(+)-Methylsuccinic acid is 3641-51-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-(+)-Methylsuccinic acid?
(R)-(+)-Methylsuccinic acid has molecular formula C5H8O4 and molecular weight 132.11500 g/mol.
Is (R)-(+)-Methylsuccinic acid hazardous?
(R)-(+)-Methylsuccinic 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 (R)-(+)-Methylsuccinic acid?
For (R)-(+)-Methylsuccinic acid, Upstream Products: Itaconic acid, Mesaconic acid, Citraconic acid; Downstream Products: Dimethyl (R)-(+)-methylsuccinate, 1-Chloropropane, Carbon dioxide.
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