Tiglic acid
Also known as: (E)-2-Methyl-2-butenoic acid, (2E)-2-Methyl-2-butenoic acid, trans-2,3-Dimethylacrylic acid, trans-2-Methylcrotonic acid, 2,3-Dimethylacrylic acid, alpha-Methylcrotonic acid, 2-Methyl-2-butenoic acid, Cevadic acid, Tiglinic acid, FEMA 3599, MFCD00066864
Tiglic acid (CAS 80-59-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O2 and a molecular weight of 100.116 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 61-64 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 198.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 95.9±9.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 80-59-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-3522-3
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8O2
- Molecular Weight
- 100.116 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 61-64 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 198.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 95.9±9.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 100.052429 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 1.35 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.451 |
| Additional Property | SOLUBLE IN HOT WATER |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. ROBERT E. BUCKLES, et al. THE PREPARATION OF TIGLIC AND ANGELIC ACIDS AND ESTERS. Cite This:J. Org. Chem.1950153680-684. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 29161980 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Tiglic acid?
The CAS number of Tiglic acid is 80-59-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Tiglic acid?
Tiglic acid has molecular formula C5H8O2 and molecular weight 100.116 g/mol.
Is Tiglic acid hazardous?
Tiglic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Tiglic acid?
For Tiglic acid, Upstream Products: (E)-2-Bromo-2-butene, (Z)-2-bromo-2-butene, 2-Methyl-2-butenenitrile; Downstream Products: Methyl (2S)-2-methylbutanoate, Benzyl tiglate, trans-2-Methyl-2-butenoyl chloride.
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Last updated:
How to cite: Jingsj. "Tiglic acid (CAS 80-59-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-3522-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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