2-Methylhexanoic acid
Also known as: 2-Methylcaproic acid, 2-Hexanecarboxylic acid, alpha-Methylcaproic acid, α-Methylcaproic acid, rac-2-methylhexanoic acid, (+/-)-2-methylhexanoic acid, R-2-methyl hexanoic acid, CARBOXYLIC ACID C7
2-Methylhexanoic acid (CAS 4536-23-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H14O2 and a molecular weight of 130.18500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 209-210 °C, a boiling point of 209-210 °C(lit.), a density of 0.918 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 105.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4536-23-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-1993617-5
- Molecular Formula
- C7H14O2
- Molecular Weight
- 130.18500 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 209-210 °C |
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| Boiling Point | 209-210 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 0.918 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 105.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 130.09900 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 1.89730 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.422(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Api AM, et al. RIFM fragrance ingredient safety assessment, 2-methylhexanoic acid, CAS Registry Number 4536-23-6. Food Chem Toxicol. 2018 Sep;118 Suppl 1:S201-S209. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
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| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Methylhexanoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Methylhexanoic acid is 4536-23-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylhexanoic acid?
2-Methylhexanoic acid has molecular formula C7H14O2 and molecular weight 130.18500 g/mol.
Is 2-Methylhexanoic acid hazardous?
2-Methylhexanoic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methylhexanoic acid?
For 2-Methylhexanoic acid, Upstream Products: N-hexane, 2-Methylhexanal, 1-Hexanol; Downstream Products: 2-methylhexanoyl chloride, 2-Hexanone, 4-Methyloctanoic acid.
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