5-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-oxovaleric acid
Also known as: 5-(3-methylphenyl)-5-oxopentanoic acid, 5-Oxo-5-(m-tolyl)pentanoic acid, 3-Methyl-δ-oxobenzenepentanoic acid, Benzenepentanoic acid, 3-methyl-δ-oxo-
5-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-oxovaleric acid (CAS 36978-51-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H14O3 and a molecular weight of 206.23800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 112-114ºC, a boiling point of 399.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.137g/cm3 and a flash point of 209.8ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 36978-51-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1521838-9
- Molecular Formula
- C12H14O3
- Molecular Weight
- 206.23800 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 112-114ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 399.8ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.137g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 209.8ºC |
| Exact Mass | 206.09400 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 2.43260 |
| Refractive Index | 1.536 |
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 5-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-oxovaleric acid?
The CAS number of 5-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-oxovaleric acid is 36978-51-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-oxovaleric acid?
5-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-oxovaleric acid has molecular formula C12H14O3 and molecular weight 206.23800 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-oxovaleric acid?
For 5-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-oxovaleric acid, Upstream Products: Glutaric anhydride, 3-Bromotoluene.
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