5-methyl-4-oxohexanoic acid

5-甲基-4-氧代己酸

Also known as: Hexanoic acid, 5-methyl-4-oxo-, 4-oxo-5-methylhexanoic acid, 5-methyl-4-oxo-hexanoic acid, 5-methyl-4-ketohexanoic acid, 5-Methyl-4-oxo-hexanoic acid

5-methyl-4-oxohexanoic acid (CAS 41654-04-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H12O3 and a molecular weight of 144.16800 g/mol. It is also known as Hexanoic acid, 5-methyl-4-oxo-, 4-oxo-5-methylhexanoic acid and 5-methyl-4-oxo-hexanoic acid. Key properties include a boiling point of 260.2ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.058g/cm3 and a flash point of 125.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
41654-04-0
Jingsj CID
J-1991466-6
Molecular Formula
C7H12O3
Chinese Name
5-甲基-4-氧代己酸
Molecular Weight
144.16800 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point260.2ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.058g/cm3
Flash Point125.4ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-methyl-4-oxohexanoic acid?

The CAS number of 5-methyl-4-oxohexanoic acid is 41654-04-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-methyl-4-oxohexanoic acid?

5-methyl-4-oxohexanoic acid has molecular formula C7H12O3 and molecular weight 144.16800 g/mol.

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