Hexanoic anhydride
Also known as: Caproic anhydride, n-Caproic anhydride, n-Hexanoic anhydride, Hexanoic acid anhydride, Caproic acid anhydride, hexanoyl hexanoate
Hexanoic anhydride (CAS 2051-49-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H22O3 and a molecular weight of 214.301 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -40 °C, a boiling point of 247.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 116.6±4.7 °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.
- 2051-49-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-6512-4
- Molecular Formula
- C12H22O3
- Molecular Weight
- 214.301 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -40 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 247.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 116.6±4.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 214.156891 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 3.77 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.436 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
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 Hexanoic anhydride?
The CAS number of Hexanoic anhydride is 2051-49-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Hexanoic anhydride?
Hexanoic anhydride has molecular formula C12H22O3 and molecular weight 214.301 g/mol.
Is Hexanoic anhydride hazardous?
Hexanoic anhydride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Hexanoic anhydride?
For Hexanoic anhydride, Upstream Products: Hexanoic acid, Hexanal, Hexanoyl chloride; Downstream Products: Hexanoic acid, 2-Hexanoylfuran, Hexanophenone.
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