Methyl 5-methoxy-3-oxovalerate

5-甲氧基-3-氧代戊酸甲酯

Also known as: 5-Methoxy-3-oxovaleric acid methyl ester, 3-Keto-5-methoxyvaleric acid methyl ester, Methyl 3-keto-5-methoxyvalerate, 5-Methoxy-3-oxopentanoic acid methyl ester, Nazarov reagent, Methyl 5-methoxy-3-oxopentanoate

Methyl 5-methoxy-3-oxovalerate (CAS 62462-05-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H12O4 and a molecular weight of 160.16800 g/mol. It is also known as 5-Methoxy-3-oxovaleric acid methyl ester, 3-Keto-5-methoxyvaleric acid methyl ester and Methyl 3-keto-5-methoxyvalerate. Key properties include a boiling point of 211.3ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.06g/cm3 and a flash point of 83.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
62462-05-9
Jingsj CID
J-28172-0
Molecular Formula
C7H12O4
Chinese Name
5-甲氧基-3-氧代戊酸甲酯
Molecular Weight
160.16800 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point211.3ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.06g/cm3
Flash Point83.4ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 5-methoxy-3-oxovalerate?

The CAS number of Methyl 5-methoxy-3-oxovalerate is 62462-05-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-methoxy-3-oxovalerate?

Methyl 5-methoxy-3-oxovalerate has molecular formula C7H12O4 and molecular weight 160.16800 g/mol.

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