Methyl (4R,5S)-2,2,5-trimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxylate

Also known as: Methyl (2R,3S)-2,3-O-isopropylidene-2,3-dihydroxybutyrate, Methyl 4-deoxy-2,3-O-isopropylidene-L-threonate, 4-Deoxy-2,3-O-isopropylidene-L-threonic acid methyl ester, 1,3-Dioxolane-4-carboxylic acid, 2,2,5-trimethyl-, methyl ester, (4R,5S)-, MFCD00077802, Methyl (4R,5S)-2,2,5-trimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxylate technical, >=90% (sum of enantiomers, GC)

Methyl (4R,5S)-2,2,5-trimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxylate (CAS 78086-72-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H14O4 and a molecular weight of 174.194 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 243.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 66.4±23.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 78086-72-3
Jingsj CID: J-9911-6
Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₄O₄
Molecular Weight: 174.194 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	243.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	66.4±23.2 °C
Exact Mass	174.089203
PSA	44.76000
LogP	1.10
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.418

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2932999099
Summary	2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl (4R,5S)-2,2,5-trimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxylate?

The CAS number of Methyl (4R,5S)-2,2,5-trimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxylate is 78086-72-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl (4R,5S)-2,2,5-trimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxylate?

Methyl (4R,5S)-2,2,5-trimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxylate has molecular formula C8H14O4 and molecular weight 174.194 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl (4R,5S)-2,2,5-trimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxylate?

For Methyl (4R,5S)-2,2,5-trimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxylate, Upstream Products: (-)-Dimethyl 2,3-O-isopropylidene-L-tartrate, 2,2-Dimethoxypropane.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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