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6-Acetamidohexanoic acid

Also known as: Acexamic acid, 6-Acetamidocaproic acid, epsilon-Acetamidocaproic acid, N-Acetyl-6-aminohexanoic acid, 6-(acetylamino)hexanoic acid, Acetaminocaproic Acid, Acide acexamique, ε-Acetamidocaproic acid, 6-acetylaminocaproic acid, Hexanoic acid, 6-(acetylamino)-

6-Acetamidohexanoic acid (CAS 57-08-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H15NO3 and a molecular weight of 173.210 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 102-104 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 404.5±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 198.4±24.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
57-08-9
Jingsj CID
J-3363-6
Molecular Formula
C8H15NO3
Molecular Weight
173.210 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point102-104 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point404.5±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point198.4±24.0 °C
Exact Mass173.105194
PSA66.40000
LogP-0.50
Vapor Pressure0.0±2.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.462

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2924199090
Summary2924199090. other acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 6-Acetamidohexanoic acid?

The CAS number of 6-Acetamidohexanoic acid is 57-08-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-Acetamidohexanoic acid?

6-Acetamidohexanoic acid has molecular formula C8H15NO3 and molecular weight 173.210 g/mol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "6-Acetamidohexanoic acid (CAS 57-08-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-3363-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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