5-Oxohexanoic acid
Also known as: 4-Acetylbutyric acid, 5-Ketohexanoic acid, 5-Ketocaproic acid, 5-Oxohexanoate, γ-Acetylbutyric acid, Hexanoic acid, 5-oxo-, 4-acetylbutanoic acid
5-Oxohexanoic acid (CAS 3128-06-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10O3 and a molecular weight of 130.14200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 13-14 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 274-275 °C(lit.), a density of 1.09 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of >110.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 3128-06-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-20919-8
- Molecular Formula
- C6H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 130.14200 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 13-14 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 274-275 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 1.09 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | >110.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 130.06300 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 0.83030 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.4451(lit.) |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Per Engelhardt, et al. Synthesis of acyclic nucleosides. Patent WO1997030052A1. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
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| 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 5-Oxohexanoic acid?
The CAS number of 5-Oxohexanoic acid is 3128-06-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Oxohexanoic acid?
5-Oxohexanoic acid has molecular formula C6H10O3 and molecular weight 130.14200 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Oxohexanoic acid?
For 5-Oxohexanoic acid, Upstream Products: 1,3-Cyclohexanedione, 5-Hexenoic acid, D-Glucose; Downstream Products: 2H-Pyran-2-one, 3,4-dihydro-6-methyl-, 5-methylhex-5-enoic acid, (S)-(+)-2-Methylpiperidine.
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