3-Methyl-2-oxopentanoic acid
Also known as: 3-Methyl-2-oxovaleric acid, 2-Keto-3-methylvaleric acid, 2-Oxo-3-methylvaleric acid, alpha-Keto-beta-methylvaleric acid, Methylethylpyruvic acid, DL-3-Methyl-2-oxovaleric acid, alpha-Keto-beta-methyl-n-valeric acid
3-Methyl-2-oxopentanoic acid (CAS 1460-34-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10O3 and a molecular weight of 130.142 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 42°C, a boiling point of 190.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 82.2±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1460-34-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-34077-2
- Molecular Formula
- C6H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 130.142 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 42°C |
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| Boiling Point | 190.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 82.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 130.062988 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | 0.17 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.438 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-Methyl-2-oxopentanoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Methyl-2-oxopentanoic acid is 1460-34-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methyl-2-oxopentanoic acid?
3-Methyl-2-oxopentanoic acid has molecular formula C6H10O3 and molecular weight 130.142 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Methyl-2-oxopentanoic acid?
For 3-Methyl-2-oxopentanoic acid, Upstream Products: D-Isoleucine, ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate, (2S,3S)-2-Hydroxy-3-methylpentanoic acid; Downstream Products: L-Isoleucine, 2-Methylbutanal, D-Isoleucine.
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