Dehydroacetic acid

脱氢乙酸

Also known as: 2-Acetyl-5-hydroxy-3-oxo-4-hexenoic acid δ-lactone, 2H-Pyran-2,4(3H)-dione, 3-acetyl-6-methyl-, 3-Acetyl-6-methyl-2H-pyran-2,4(3H)-dione, 3-acetyl-6-methyl-(2H)-pyran-2,4(3H)dione, DEHYDRACETIC ACID, DEHYDRACETSAEURE, DEHYDRANONE, DHA, Geogard(R) 111A, Geogard(R) 221, Geogard(R) 361, Methylacetopyronone, dehydro-aceticaci, dhaa, Dehydracetic acid

CAS No.
520-45-6
Jingsj CID
J-15130-0
Molecular Formula
C8H8O4
Chinese Name
脱氢乙酸
Molecular Weight
168.147 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point111-113 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point332.6±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point150.5±27.9 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Dehydroacetic acid?

520-45-6

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dehydroacetic acid?

C8H8O4, molecular weight 168.147 g/mol

Is Dehydroacetic acid hazardous?

Warning

Data compiled from public chemical databases and supplier catalogs; verify specifications with suppliers before purchase. · Last updated: 8/21/2026