4-Ketopimelic acid
Also known as: 4-Oxoheptanedioic acid, 4-Oxopimelic acid, gamma-Ketopimelic acid, Heptanedioic acid, 4-oxo-, NSC 16642, MFCD00002798, EINECS 207-941-8
4-Ketopimelic acid (CAS 502-50-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H10O5 and a molecular weight of 174.151 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 142-144ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 420.4±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 222.2±18.3 °C. 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.
- 502-50-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-1496239-1
- Molecular Formula
- C7H10O5
- Molecular Weight
- 174.151 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 142-144ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 420.4±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 222.2±18.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 174.052826 |
| PSA | 91.67000 |
| LogP | -0.82 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.489 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 4-Ketopimelic acid?
The CAS number of 4-Ketopimelic acid is 502-50-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Ketopimelic acid?
4-Ketopimelic acid has molecular formula C7H10O5 and molecular weight 174.151 g/mol.
Is 4-Ketopimelic acid hazardous?
4-Ketopimelic acid 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 4-Ketopimelic acid?
For 4-Ketopimelic acid, Upstream Products: 1,6-Dioxaspiro[4.4]nonane-2,7-dione, Diethyl 4-oxoheptanedioate, Chelidonic acid; Downstream Products: Diethyl 4-oxoheptanedioate, Monoethyl 4-oxoheptanedioate, 3-(5-Oxopyrrolidin-2-yl)propanoic acid.
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