ethyl 2-methyl-3-oxopentanoate

2-甲基-3-氧代戊酸乙酯

Also known as: ethyl 2-methyl-3-oxovalerate, ethyl 2-methyl-2-propionylacetate, 2-methyl-3-oxo-pentanoic acid ethyl ester, pentanoic acid, 2-methyl-3-oxo-, ethyl ester

ethyl 2-methyl-3-oxopentanoate (CAS 759-66-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H14O3 and a molecular weight of 158.19500 g/mol. It is also known as ethyl 2-methyl-3-oxovalerate, ethyl 2-methyl-2-propionylacetate and 2-methyl-3-oxo-pentanoic acid ethyl ester. Key properties include a boiling point of 199.4ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.979g/cm3 and a flash point of 75.7ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
759-66-0
Jingsj CID
J-922221-8
Molecular Formula
C8H14O3
Chinese Name
2-甲基-3-氧代戊酸乙酯
Molecular Weight
158.19500 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point199.4ºC at 760 mmHg
Density0.979g/cm3
Flash Point75.7ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of ethyl 2-methyl-3-oxopentanoate?

The CAS number of ethyl 2-methyl-3-oxopentanoate is 759-66-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of ethyl 2-methyl-3-oxopentanoate?

ethyl 2-methyl-3-oxopentanoate has molecular formula C8H14O3 and molecular weight 158.19500 g/mol.

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