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(3R)-3-methylpentanoic acid

Also known as: (R)-3-Methylpentanoic acid, 3R-Methyl-pentanoic acid, (R)-3-Methylvaleric acid, Pentanoic acid, 3-methyl-, (3R)-

(3R)-3-methylpentanoic acid (CAS 16958-25-1) 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 boiling point of 199ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 0.947g/cm3 and a flash point of 88.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
16958-25-1
Jingsj CID
J-1495761-0
Molecular Formula
C6H12O2
Molecular Weight
116.15800 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point199ºC at 760mmHg
Density0.947g/cm3
Flash Point88.4ºC
Exact Mass116.08400
PSA37.30000
LogP1.50720
Vapor Pressure0.147mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.425
Storage Conditions2-8°C

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918300090
Summary2918300090 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 (3R)-3-methylpentanoic acid?

The CAS number of (3R)-3-methylpentanoic acid is 16958-25-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (3R)-3-methylpentanoic acid?

(3R)-3-methylpentanoic acid has molecular formula C6H12O2 and molecular weight 116.15800 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (3R)-3-methylpentanoic acid?

For (3R)-3-methylpentanoic acid, Upstream Products: Diethylzinc, 3-[(E)-2-Butenoyl]-1,3-oxazolidin-2-one.

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