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4-(Methylamino)butanoic acid hydrochloride

Also known as: 4-(Methylamino)butyric acid hydrochloride, 4-(Methylamino)butanoic acid HCl, Butanoic acid, 4-(methylamino)-, hydrochloride (1:1), 4-methylammoniobutanoate, 4-methylammoniobutyrate, 4-methylazaniumylbutanoate

4-(Methylamino)butanoic acid hydrochloride (CAS 6976-17-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H12ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 153.60700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 124-126ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 269.6ºC at 760 mmHg and a flash point of 116.9ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
6976-17-6
Jingsj CID
J-48558-5
Molecular Formula
C5H12ClNO2
Molecular Weight
153.60700 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point124-126ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point269.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Flash Point116.9ºC
Exact Mass153.05600
PSA49.33000
LogP1.26350

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2922499990
SummaryHS:2922499990 other amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-(Methylamino)butanoic acid hydrochloride?

The CAS number of 4-(Methylamino)butanoic acid hydrochloride is 6976-17-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Methylamino)butanoic acid hydrochloride?

4-(Methylamino)butanoic acid hydrochloride has molecular formula C5H12ClNO2 and molecular weight 153.60700 g/mol.

Is 4-(Methylamino)butanoic acid hydrochloride hazardous?

4-(Methylamino)butanoic acid hydrochloride has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-(Methylamino)butanoic acid hydrochloride?

For 4-(Methylamino)butanoic acid hydrochloride, Upstream Products: 1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidinone; Downstream Products: 4-(Dimethylamino)butyric acid hydrochloride, Methyl 4-(methylamino)butanoate, 4-((tert-Butoxycarbonyl)(methyl)amino)butanoic acid.

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