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Methyl cyclopentylacetate

Also known as: Methyl cyclopentaneacetate, Methyl 2-cyclopentylacetate, Cyclopentaneacetic acid, methyl ester

Methyl cyclopentylacetate (CAS 2723-38-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H14O2 and a molecular weight of 142.196 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 178.1±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 54.7±9.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2723-38-8
Jingsj CID
J-1498436-2
Molecular Formula
C8H14O2
Molecular Weight
142.196 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point178.1±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point54.7±9.7 °C
Exact Mass142.099380
PSA26.30000
LogP2.20
Vapor Pressure1.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.443

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916209090
Summary2916209090 other cyclanic, cyclenic or cyclotherpenic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl cyclopentylacetate?

The CAS number of Methyl cyclopentylacetate is 2723-38-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl cyclopentylacetate?

Methyl cyclopentylacetate has molecular formula C8H14O2 and molecular weight 142.196 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl cyclopentylacetate?

For Methyl cyclopentylacetate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Cyclopentylacetic acid, Cyclopentylideneacetic acid methyl ester; Downstream Products: Nonafluoro(trifluoromethyl)cyclopentane, Sodium trifluoroacetate, Sodium pentafluoropropionate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl cyclopentylacetate (CAS 2723-38-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1498436-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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