3-Methyl-4-oxopentanoic acid
Also known as: beta-Methyllevulinic acid, 3-Methyl-4-oxopentanoic acid, 3-Acetylbutyric acid, 3-Acetyl-n-butyric acid, Levulinic acid, 3-methyl-, NSC 59715, β-Methyllevulinic acid
3-Methyl-4-oxopentanoic acid (CAS 6628-79-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10O3 and a molecular weight of 130.14200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 32ºC, a boiling point of 242ºC, a density of 1.087g/cm3 and a flash point of 116.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 6628-79-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-12369-3
- Molecular Formula
- C6H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 130.14200 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 32ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 242ºC |
| Density | 1.087g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 116.5ºC |
| Exact Mass | 130.06300 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 0.68620 |
| Refractive Index | 1.437 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone 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 3-Methyl-4-oxopentanoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Methyl-4-oxopentanoic acid is 6628-79-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methyl-4-oxopentanoic acid?
3-Methyl-4-oxopentanoic acid has molecular formula C6H10O3 and molecular weight 130.14200 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Methyl-4-oxopentanoic acid?
For 3-Methyl-4-oxopentanoic acid, Upstream Products: Crotonic acid, ch3cho, Ethyl 2-methylacetoacetate; Downstream Products: (R)-(+)-Methylsuccinic acid, 2-Methylsuccinic acid, Bromoform.
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