Methyl hexanoate
Also known as: Methyl caproate, Methyl hexoate, Methyl n-caproate, Methyl n-hexanoate, Methyl capronate, Methyl hexylate, Methyl n-hexoate, Caproic acid methyl ester, Hexanoic acid methyl ester, Methyl amyl acetate, Methyl butylacetate
Methyl hexanoate (CAS 106-70-7) 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 melting point of −71 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 149.8±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 45.0±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.
- 106-70-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-31194-4
- 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
| Melting Point | −71 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 149.8±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 45.0±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 130.099380 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 2.30 |
| Vapor Pressure | 4.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.406 |
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 hexanoate?
The CAS number of Methyl hexanoate is 106-70-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl hexanoate?
Methyl hexanoate has molecular formula C7H14O2 and molecular weight 130.185 g/mol.
Is Methyl hexanoate hazardous?
Methyl hexanoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl hexanoate?
For Methyl hexanoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Hexanoic acid, Hexanal; Downstream Products: Methyl 6-oxohexanoate, methyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate, N,N-Dimethylhexanamide.
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