Ethyl 2-oxohexanoate
Also known as: 2-Ketocaproic acid ethyl ester, Hexanoic acid, 2-oxo-, ethyl ester, ethyl alpha-ketocaproate, 2-Oxyhexanoic acid ethyl ester, 2-oxohexanoic acid ethyl ester, ethyl 2-oxohexanoate
Ethyl 2-oxohexanoate (CAS 5753-96-8) 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 211.7±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 81.3±15.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5753-96-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1383281-0
- 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 | 211.7±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 81.3±15.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 158.094299 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 1.64 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.421 |
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 2-oxohexanoate?
The CAS number of Ethyl 2-oxohexanoate is 5753-96-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 2-oxohexanoate?
Ethyl 2-oxohexanoate has molecular formula C8H14O3 and molecular weight 158.195 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 2-oxohexanoate?
For Ethyl 2-oxohexanoate, Upstream Products: Ethyl 2-hydroxyhexanoate, butylzinc bromide, Ethyl oxalyl monochloride; Downstream Products: Ethyl 2-hydroxyhexanoate, ethyl 2,2-difluorohexanoate.
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