Methyl 5,5-dimethoxyvalerate
Also known as: Methyl 5,5-dimethoxypentanoate, Pentanoic acid, 5,5-dimethoxy-, methyl ester, 5,5-dimethoxy-valeric acid methyl ester, 5,5-dimethoxy-pentanoic acid methyl ester, methyl 5,5-dimethoxypentanoate, Methyl 5,5-dimethoxyvalerate, 5,5-Dimethoxy-valeriansaeure-methylester, glutaraldehydic acid, methyl ester, dimethyl acetal
Methyl 5,5-dimethoxyvalerate (CAS 23068-91-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H16O4 and a molecular weight of 176.21000 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 70-72ºC, a density of 1.012 and a flash point of 63ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 23068-91-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-1441507-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H16O4
- Molecular Weight
- 176.21000 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 70-72ºC |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.012 |
| Flash Point | 63ºC |
| Exact Mass | 176.10500 |
| PSA | 44.76000 |
| LogP | 0.94860 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.38mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.422 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl 5,5-dimethoxyvalerate?
The CAS number of Methyl 5,5-dimethoxyvalerate is 23068-91-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5,5-dimethoxyvalerate?
Methyl 5,5-dimethoxyvalerate has molecular formula C8H16O4 and molecular weight 176.21000 g/mol.
Is Methyl 5,5-dimethoxyvalerate hazardous?
Methyl 5,5-dimethoxyvalerate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 5,5-dimethoxyvalerate?
For Methyl 5,5-dimethoxyvalerate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 2-Chlorocyclopentanone, Methyl 5-oxopentanoate; Downstream Products: Methyl 5-hydroxypentanoate, Methyl 5-oxopentanoate.
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