Methyl 4-iodobutanoate
Also known as: Butanoic acid, 4-iodo-, methyl ester, Butyric acid, 4-iodo-, methyl ester, Methyl 4-iodobutyrate, 4-Iodobutanoic acid methyl ester, 4-Iodobutyric acid methyl ester, Methyl γ-iodobutyrate, MFCD00674066
Methyl 4-iodobutanoate (CAS 14273-85-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H9IO2 and a molecular weight of 228.028 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 199.7±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 74.6±19.8 °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.
- 14273-85-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-30856-5
- Molecular Formula
- C5H9IO2
- Molecular Weight
- 228.028 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 199.7±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 74.6±19.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 227.964722 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 1.82 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.511 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 4-iodobutanoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 4-iodobutanoate is 14273-85-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-iodobutanoate?
Methyl 4-iodobutanoate has molecular formula C5H9IO2 and molecular weight 228.028 g/mol.
Is Methyl 4-iodobutanoate hazardous?
Methyl 4-iodobutanoate 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-iodobutanoate?
For Methyl 4-iodobutanoate, Upstream Products: Methyl 4-chlorobutyrate, Methanol, 4-Iodobutanoic acid; Downstream Products: 4-Phenylbutyric acid, Methyl erucate, 4-(Pyrrolidin-1-yl)butanoic acid hydrochloride.
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