Methyl 3-oxopropanoate
Also known as: Propanoic acid, 3-oxo-, methyl ester, 3-OXO-PROPANOIC ACID METHYL ESTER, 3-oxo-propanoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-formylacetate, Malonaldehydic acid methyl ester
Methyl 3-oxopropanoate (CAS 63857-17-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H6O3 and a molecular weight of 102.089 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 131.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 39.5±22.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 63857-17-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1497361-6
- Molecular Formula
- C4H6O3
- Molecular Weight
- 102.089 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 131.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 39.5±22.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 102.031693 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | -0.06 |
| Vapor Pressure | 9.1±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.389 |
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 3-oxopropanoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 3-oxopropanoate is 63857-17-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3-oxopropanoate?
Methyl 3-oxopropanoate has molecular formula C4H6O3 and molecular weight 102.089 g/mol.
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