Methyl 4,4-dimethyl-3-oxopentanoate
Also known as: Methyl 4,4-dimethyl-3-oxovalerate, Methyl pivaloylacetate, Methyl 4,4-dimethyl-3-oxopentanoate, Pentanoic acid, 4,4-dimethyl-3-oxo-, methyl ester, MFCD00008847
Methyl 4,4-dimethyl-3-oxopentanoate (CAS 55107-14-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H14O3 and a molecular weight of 158.195 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 184.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 77.2±0.0 °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 Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 55107-14-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-28041-1
- Molecular Formula
- C8H14O3
- Molecular Weight
- 158.195 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 184.0±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 77.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 158.094299 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 1.41 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.7±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.421 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| 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 Methyl 4,4-dimethyl-3-oxopentanoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 4,4-dimethyl-3-oxopentanoate is 55107-14-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4,4-dimethyl-3-oxopentanoate?
Methyl 4,4-dimethyl-3-oxopentanoate has molecular formula C8H14O3 and molecular weight 158.195 g/mol.
Is Methyl 4,4-dimethyl-3-oxopentanoate hazardous?
Methyl 4,4-dimethyl-3-oxopentanoate 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 Methyl 4,4-dimethyl-3-oxopentanoate?
For Methyl 4,4-dimethyl-3-oxopentanoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 1-Chloropinacolone, Hexamethylphosphoramide; Downstream Products: methyl 2-chloro-4,4-dimethyl-3-oxopentanoate, 2-(tert-Butyl)-6-hydroxy-4H-chromen-4-one, Methyl 2-amino-4-(tert-butyl)thiazole-5-carboxylate.
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