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(R)-(-)-2-Methylglutaric acid

Also known as: (R)-2-Methylpentanedioic acid, (2R)-2-Methylglutaric acid, (2R)-2-Methylpentanedioic acid, R-2-Methylglutaric acid, (-)-α-Methylglutaric acid, Pentanedioic acid, 2-methyl-, (2R)-

(R)-(-)-2-Methylglutaric acid (CAS 1115-81-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10O4 and a molecular weight of 146.141 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 83ºC, a boiling point of 332.7±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 148.8±16.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1115-81-7
Jingsj CID
J-7819-3
Molecular Formula
C6H10O4
Molecular Weight
146.141 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point83ºC
Boiling Point332.7±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point148.8±16.3 °C
Exact Mass146.057907
PSA74.60000
LogP-0.69
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.474

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2917190090
Summary2917190090 acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (R)-(-)-2-Methylglutaric acid?

The CAS number of (R)-(-)-2-Methylglutaric acid is 1115-81-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-(-)-2-Methylglutaric acid?

(R)-(-)-2-Methylglutaric acid has molecular formula C6H10O4 and molecular weight 146.141 g/mol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(R)-(-)-2-Methylglutaric acid (CAS 1115-81-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-7819-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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