Methyl pivalate
Also known as: Methyl trimethylacetate, Methyl 2,2-dimethylpropionate, Pivalic acid methyl ester, Trimethylacetic acid methyl ester, 2,2-Dimethylpropionic acid methyl ester, Methyl neopentanoate, Methyl 2,2-dimethylpropanoate, tert-C4H9COOCH3
Methyl pivalate (CAS 598-98-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H12O2 and a molecular weight of 116.158 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of <-70ºC, a boiling point of 98.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 6.7±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 598-98-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-12434-5
- Molecular Formula
- C6H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 116.158 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | <-70ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 98.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 6.7±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 116.083733 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 1.40 |
| Vapor Pressure | 40.6±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.397 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 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 Methyl pivalate?
The CAS number of Methyl pivalate is 598-98-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl pivalate?
Methyl pivalate has molecular formula C6H12O2 and molecular weight 116.158 g/mol.
Is Methyl pivalate hazardous?
Methyl pivalate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl pivalate?
For Methyl pivalate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Pivalic acid, Pivaloyl chloride; Downstream Products: Ethyl pivalate, 3-ETHYL-2,2-DIMETHYL-3-PENTANOL, 2,2-Dimethyl-3-pentanol.
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