ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate
Also known as: Ethyl 4-Methyl-2-oxopentanoate, 4-Methyl-2-oxovaleric acid ethyl ester, 2-Oxo-4-methylvaleric acid ethyl ester, 2-Oxo-4-methylpentanoic acid ethyl ester, Pentanoic acid, 4-methyl-2-oxo-, ethyl ester, Ethyl 2-oxo-4-methylpentanoate, Ethyl α-ketoisocaproate
ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate (CAS 26073-09-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H14O3 and a molecular weight of 158.195 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 205.2±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 77.1±15.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 26073-09-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-1349013-6
- Molecular Formula
- C8H14O3
- Molecular Weight
- 158.195 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 205.2±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 77.1±15.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 158.094299 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 1.46 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.420 |
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 ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate?
The CAS number of ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate is 26073-09-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate?
ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate has molecular formula C8H14O3 and molecular weight 158.195 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate?
For ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate, Downstream Products: Sodium 4-methyl-2-oxopentanoate, L-Leucine, 4-Methyl-2-oxovaleric acid.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate (CAS 26073-09-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1349013-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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