6-Maleimidocaproic acid

Also known as: 6-Maleimidohexanoic acid, 6-(2,5-dioxo-2,5-dihydro-1H-pyrrol-1-yl)hexanoic acid, N-(5-Carboxypentyl)maleimide, N-Maleoyl-6-aminocaproic acid, MalHex, EMCA, 1H-Pyrrole-1-hexanoic acid, 2,5-dihydro-2,5-dioxo-, 2,5-Dihydro-2,5-dioxo-1H-pyrrole-1-hexanoic Acid, 6-(2,5-dioxopyrrol-1-yl)hexanoic acid, MFCD00043140, Mal-(CH2)5-COOH (EMCA), N-Epsilon-maleimidocaproic acid

6-Maleimidocaproic acid (CAS 55750-53-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H13NO4 and a molecular weight of 211.214 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 86-91ºC, a boiling point of 407.3±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 200.1±24.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H318 — Causes serious eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

55750-53-3

Jingsj CID

J-1958037-1

Molecular Formula

C₁₀H₁₃NO₄

Molecular Weight

211.214 g/mol

Category

Organic Acids

Last updated

8/21/2026