2-Oxoadipic acid
Also known as: 2-Ketoadipic acid, 2-Oxohexanedioic acid, α-Ketoadipic acid, α-Oxoadipic acid, Hexanedioic acid, 2-oxo-
2-Oxoadipic acid (CAS 3184-35-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H8O5 and a molecular weight of 160.12500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 123-125ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 364.3ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.405g/cm3 and a flash point of 188.3ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 3184-35-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1956717-0
- Molecular Formula
- C6H8O5
- Molecular Weight
- 160.12500 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 123-125ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 364.3ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 1.405g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 188.3ºC |
| Exact Mass | 160.03700 |
| PSA | 91.67000 |
| Refractive Index | 1.491 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Shibata K, et al. Fluorometric determination of 2-oxoadipic acid, a common metabolite of tryptophan and lysine, by high-performance liquid chromatography with pre-chemical derivatization. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2011;75(1):185-7. Epub 2011 Jan 7. |
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 2-Oxoadipic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Oxoadipic acid is 3184-35-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Oxoadipic acid?
2-Oxoadipic acid has molecular formula C6H8O5 and molecular weight 160.12500 g/mol.
Is 2-Oxoadipic acid hazardous?
2-Oxoadipic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Oxoadipic acid?
For 2-Oxoadipic acid, Upstream Products: Cephalosporin C, Ethyl 4-bromobutyrate, L-2-Aminoadipic acid; Downstream Products: DL-2-Aminoadipic acid, 2-Hydroxyadipic acid, Glutaric acid.
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