Methyl 6-oxohexanoate
Also known as: Adipic semialdehyde methyl ester, 5-CarboMethoxy-1-pentanal, 5-Formylpentanoic acid methyl ester, 5-methoxycarbonylpentanal, 6-Oxohexanoic acid methyl ester, Hexanoic acid, 6-oxo-, methyl ester, Methyl adipaldehydate, Methyl 5-formylvalerate, Methyl 5-formylpentanoate
Methyl 6-oxohexanoate (CAS 6654-36-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H12O3 and a molecular weight of 144.16800 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 189.4ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 71ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 6654-36-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1386430-7
- Molecular Formula
- C7H12O3
- Molecular Weight
- 144.16800 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 189.4ºC at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 71ºC |
| Exact Mass | 144.07900 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 0.91870 |
| Refractive Index | 1.417 |
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 Methyl 6-oxohexanoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 6-oxohexanoate is 6654-36-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 6-oxohexanoate?
Methyl 6-oxohexanoate has molecular formula C7H12O3 and molecular weight 144.16800 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 6-oxohexanoate?
For Methyl 6-oxohexanoate, Upstream Products: methyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate, methyl adipoyl chloride, methyl 4-pentenoate; Downstream Products: 4-Methoxy-4-oxobutanoic acid, Monomethyl glutarate, Monomethyl adipate.
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