Methyl 4-methyl-4-nitropentanoate
Also known as: Pentanoic acid, 4-methyl-4-nitro-, methyl ester, Methyl 4-methyl-4-nitropentanoate, 4-Methyl-4-nitropentanoic acid methyl ester, 4-Nitro-4-methylpentanoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 4-nitro-4-valerate, NSC 63913, Valeric acid, 4-methyl-4-nitro-, methyl ester, MFCD00047757
Methyl 4-methyl-4-nitropentanoate (CAS 16507-02-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H13NO4 and a molecular weight of 175.18200 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 79ºC1 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.114 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of >110.0 °C. 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 Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 16507-02-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-5621-3
- Molecular Formula
- C7H13NO4
- Molecular Weight
- 175.18200 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 79ºC1 mm Hg(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.114 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) |
| Flash Point | >110.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 175.08400 |
| PSA | 72.12000 |
| LogP | 1.51810 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0298mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.441(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives 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:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl 4-methyl-4-nitropentanoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 4-methyl-4-nitropentanoate is 16507-02-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-methyl-4-nitropentanoate?
Methyl 4-methyl-4-nitropentanoate has molecular formula C7H13NO4 and molecular weight 175.18200 g/mol.
Is Methyl 4-methyl-4-nitropentanoate hazardous?
Methyl 4-methyl-4-nitropentanoate 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 Methyl 4-methyl-4-nitropentanoate?
For Methyl 4-methyl-4-nitropentanoate, Upstream Products: 2-Nitropropane, acrylic acid methyl ester, 2-nitroprop-1-ene; Downstream Products: 5,5-Dimethyl-2-pyrrolidinone, 2,2-Dimethylpyrrolidine.
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