Methyl acetylpyruvate
Also known as: Methyl 2,4-dioxopentanoate, Methyl acetopyruvate, 2,4-Dioxopentanoic acid methyl ester, Acetopyruvic acid methyl ester, 1-Methoxy-1,2,4-pentanetrione, 2-hydroxy-4-oxo-2-pentenoic acid methyl ester
Methyl acetylpyruvate (CAS 20577-61-1) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H8O4 and a molecular weight of 144.12500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 63-64 °C, a boiling point of 195.1ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.15g/cm3 and a flash point of 75.5ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 20577-61-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-40751-2
- Molecular Formula
- C6H8O4
- Molecular Weight
- 144.12500 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 63-64 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 195.1ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 1.15g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 75.5ºC |
| Exact Mass | 144.04200 |
| PSA | 60.44000 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.00067mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.467 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl acetylpyruvate?
The CAS number of Methyl acetylpyruvate is 20577-61-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl acetylpyruvate?
Methyl acetylpyruvate has molecular formula C6H8O4 and molecular weight 144.12500 g/mol.
Is Methyl acetylpyruvate hazardous?
Methyl acetylpyruvate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
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