ethyl 2-formylpentanoate

2-甲酸基戊酸乙酯

Also known as: ethyl 2-formylpentanoate, pentanoic acid, 2-formyl-, ethyl ester, ethyl 2-propyl-3-oxopropanoate, 2-formyl-pentanoic acid ethyl ester, ethyl formylvalerate, 2-Formylpentancarbonsaeureethylester

ethyl 2-formylpentanoate (CAS 36873-43-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H14O3 and a molecular weight of 158.195 g/mol. It is also known as pentanoic acid, 2-formyl-, ethyl ester, ethyl 2-propyl-3-oxopropanoate and 2-formyl-pentanoic acid ethyl ester. Key properties include a boiling point of 202.8±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 77.7±22.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
36873-43-5
Jingsj CID
J-1526969-8
Molecular Formula
C8H14O3
Chinese Name
2-甲酸基戊酸乙酯
Molecular Weight
158.195 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point202.8±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point77.7±22.7 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of ethyl 2-formylpentanoate?

The CAS number of ethyl 2-formylpentanoate is 36873-43-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of ethyl 2-formylpentanoate?

ethyl 2-formylpentanoate has molecular formula C8H14O3 and molecular weight 158.195 g/mol.

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