4-Methylhexanoic acid
Also known as: 4-METHYLHEXANOIC ACID, 4-ETHYLPENTANOIC ACID, 4-METHYLCAPROIC ACID, 4-Methylhexansure, 4-methylhexanoicacid, Hexanoic acid, 4-methyl-, Hexanoic acid,4-methyl, MFCD00870848, Nsc249817, EINECS 216-336-8
4-Methylhexanoic acid (CAS 1561-11-1) 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 130.185 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 215.3±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 102.8±6.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1561-11-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-21509-8
- Molecular Formula
- C7H14O2
- Molecular Weight
- 130.185 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 215.3±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 102.8±6.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 130.099380 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 2.19 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.431 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
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 4-Methylhexanoic acid?
The CAS number of 4-Methylhexanoic acid is 1561-11-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methylhexanoic acid?
4-Methylhexanoic acid has molecular formula C7H14O2 and molecular weight 130.185 g/mol.
Is 4-Methylhexanoic acid hazardous?
4-Methylhexanoic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Methylhexanoic acid?
For 4-Methylhexanoic acid, Upstream Products: Citronellal, (S)-(+)-4-Methyl-1-hexanol, 2-Chlorobutane; Downstream Products: (S)-(+)-4-Methyl-1-hexanol.
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