Methyl 2-methylbutyrate
Also known as: Methyl 2-methylbutanoate, Methyl α-methylbutanoate, Methyl α-methylbutyrate, Methyl DL-2-methylbutyrate, Butanoic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester, Methyl methylethylacetate, FEMA 2719
Methyl 2-methylbutyrate (CAS 868-57-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H12O2 and a molecular weight of 116.158 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 112.6±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 32.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 868-57-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-21022-0
- Molecular Formula
- C6H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 116.158 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 112.6±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 32.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 116.083733 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 1.59 |
| Vapor Pressure | 21.6±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.396 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| 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 Methyl 2-methylbutyrate?
The CAS number of Methyl 2-methylbutyrate is 868-57-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-methylbutyrate?
Methyl 2-methylbutyrate has molecular formula C6H12O2 and molecular weight 116.158 g/mol.
Is Methyl 2-methylbutyrate hazardous?
Methyl 2-methylbutyrate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-methylbutyrate?
For Methyl 2-methylbutyrate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 2-Methylbutanoic acid, Iodobenzene; Downstream Products: 5-Methyl-2-hepten-4-one, 2-Methylbutanoic acid, Methyl 4-chloro-2-methylbutanoate.
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