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2,2-Dimethylglutaric anhydride

Also known as: 2,2-dimethylglutaric acid anhydride, 3,3-dimethyldihydro-2H-pyran-2,6(3H)-dione, 3,3-dimethyltetrahydro-2H-pyran-2,6-dione, alpha,alpha-dimethylglutaric anhydride, 3,3-dimethylglutaric anhydride, 3,3-dimethyloxane-2,6-dione, NSC 60199, dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-2H-pyran-2,6(3H)-dione, dimethylglutaric anhydride

2,2-Dimethylglutaric anhydride (CAS 2938-48-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H10O3 and a molecular weight of 142.15200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 34-38 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 175-180 °C60 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.102g/cm3 and a flash point of >110.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
2938-48-9
Jingsj CID
J-1993527-4
Molecular Formula
C7H10O3
Molecular Weight
142.15200 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point34-38 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point175-180 °C60 mm Hg(lit.)
Density1.102g/cm3
Flash Point>110.0 °C
Exact Mass142.06300
PSA43.37000
LogP0.87620
Vapor Pressure0.0083mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.444

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918990090
Summary2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2,2-Dimethylglutaric anhydride?

The CAS number of 2,2-Dimethylglutaric anhydride is 2938-48-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,2-Dimethylglutaric anhydride?

2,2-Dimethylglutaric anhydride has molecular formula C7H10O3 and molecular weight 142.15200 g/mol.

Is 2,2-Dimethylglutaric anhydride hazardous?

2,2-Dimethylglutaric anhydride has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,2-Dimethylglutaric anhydride?

For 2,2-Dimethylglutaric anhydride, Upstream Products: 2,2-Dimethylglutaric acid; Downstream Products: 4,4-Dimethyl-1,3-cyclohexanedione, 5,5-Dimethyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one, 4-Methyl-3-pentenoic acid.

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