Pimelic acid
Also known as: Heptanedioic acid, 1,5-Pentanedicarboxylic acid, 1,7-Heptanedioic acid, Pimelate, NSC-30112, Dimelic acid, Pentane-1,5-dicarboxylic acid
Pimelic acid (CAS 111-16-0) 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 160.168 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 103-105 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 353.7±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 181.9±19.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 111-16-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-32887-0
- Molecular Formula
- C7H12O4
- Molecular Weight
- 160.168 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 103-105 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 353.7±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 181.9±19.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 160.073563 |
| PSA | 74.60000 |
| LogP | 0.27 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.476 |
| Additional Property | 25 g/L (13 ºC) |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2917190090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2917190090 acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Pimelic acid?
The CAS number of Pimelic acid is 111-16-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Pimelic acid?
Pimelic acid has molecular formula C7H12O4 and molecular weight 160.168 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Pimelic acid?
For Pimelic acid, Upstream Products: Cycloheptanone, cycloheptene, 1,5-Dicyanopentane; Downstream Products: Methyl 2-oxocyclohexanecarboxylate, Monoethyl pimelate, 1,7-Dibromoheptane.
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