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Methylcyclopentane

Also known as: 1,1-Dicyclooctylaethan, 1-Methylcyclopentane, 1-methyl-1-cyclopentane, 1-methylcyclopentane, 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-1-piperidinooxy-2-yloxy, 3-Methylcyclopentane, CYCLOPENTANE, METHYL-, Cyclooctane,methyl, EINECS 202-503-2, METHYL CYCLOPENTANE, METHYLCYCLOPENTAN, METHYLCYCLOPENTANE FOR SYNTHESIS, METHYLCYCLOPENTANE, STANDARD FOR GC, MFCD00001382, Methyl-cyclooctan, Methylcyclopentan-d(12), Methylcyclopentane, 95% 500ML, Methylcyclopentane,95%, Methylcyclopentane,96%, Methylcyclopentane,97%

Methylcyclopentane (CAS 96-37-7) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H12 and a molecular weight of 84.15950 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -142.4 °C, a boiling point of 72 °C(lit.), a density of 0.749 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of -23.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H304. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
96-37-7
Jingsj CID
J-33226-3
Molecular Formula
C6H12
Molecular Weight
84.15950 g/mol
Category
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
11/2/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-142.4 °C
Boiling Point72 °C(lit.)
Density0.749 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point-23.9 °C
Exact Mass84.09390
LogP2.19650
Vapor Pressure232.8 mm Hg ( 37.7 °C)
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.409(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / Irritant / Health HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H304
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2902199090
Summary2902199090 other cyclanes, cyclenes and cyclotherpenes。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:2.0%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methylcyclopentane?

The CAS number of Methylcyclopentane is 96-37-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methylcyclopentane?

Methylcyclopentane has molecular formula C6H12 and molecular weight 84.15950 g/mol.

Is Methylcyclopentane hazardous?

Methylcyclopentane has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H304.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methylcyclopentane?

For Methylcyclopentane, Upstream Products: Cyclopentylmagnesium chloride, Carbon tetrachloride, Guaiacol; Downstream Products: 2,2,6-trimethyloctane, 2,4-dimethylpentane, isoheptane.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methylcyclopentane (CAS 96-37-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-33226-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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