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methyl valerate

Also known as: methyl pentanoate, pentanoic acid methyl ester, n-valeric acid methyl ester, valeric acid methyl ester, methyl n-valerate, methyl valerianate

methyl valerate (CAS 624-24-8) 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 116.15800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -91°C, a boiling point of 128 °C(lit.), a density of 0.875 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 22.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour and H331 — Toxic if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
624-24-8
Jingsj CID
J-1340381-1
Molecular Formula
C6H12O2
Molecular Weight
116.15800 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/2/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-91°C
Boiling Point128 °C(lit.)
Density0.875 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point22.2 °C
Exact Mass116.08400
PSA26.30000
LogP1.34960
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.397(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
  • H331 — Toxic if inhaled

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915600000
Summary2915600000 butanoic acids and pentanoic acids and their salts and esters VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of methyl valerate?

The CAS number of methyl valerate is 624-24-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of methyl valerate?

methyl valerate has molecular formula C6H12O2 and molecular weight 116.15800 g/mol.

Is methyl valerate hazardous?

methyl valerate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H331 — Toxic if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of methyl valerate?

For methyl valerate, Upstream Products: Methyl (E)-3-pentenoate, Methanol, Levulinic acid; Downstream Products: 2-butyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole, Pentanehydrazide, Isopentyl valerate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "methyl valerate (CAS 624-24-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1340381-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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