4-Methyl-3-heptanol
4-甲基-3-庚醇
Also known as: 3-Heptanol, 4-methyl-, 4-Methyl-3-heptanol, mixture of isomers, 4-Methyl-3-heptanol, erythro + threo, 4-methylheptan-3-ol, 2-Amyl ethyl carbinol, Ethyl 2-pentyl carbinol, NSC 93808
4-Methyl-3-heptanol (CAS 14979-39-6) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H18O and a molecular weight of 130.22800 g/mol. It is also known as 3-Heptanol, 4-methyl-, 4-Methyl-3-heptanol, mixture of isomers and 4-Methyl-3-heptanol, erythro + threo. Key properties include a melting point of -123°C, a boiling point of 98-99ºC (75 torr), a density of 0.82 and a flash point of 54ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 14979-39-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-37801-9
- Molecular Formula
- C8H18O
- Chinese Name
- 4-甲基-3-庚醇
- Molecular Weight
- 130.22800 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -123°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 98-99ºC (75 torr) |
| Density | 0.82 |
| Flash Point | 54ºC |
| Exact Mass | 130.13600 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 2.19350 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.927mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.43(lit.) |
| Additional Property | Soluble in ethanol, ether, acetone. Slightly soluble in water. |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2905199090. saturated monohydric alcohols. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-Methyl-3-heptanol?
The CAS number of 4-Methyl-3-heptanol is 14979-39-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methyl-3-heptanol?
4-Methyl-3-heptanol has molecular formula C8H18O and molecular weight 130.22800 g/mol.
Is 4-Methyl-3-heptanol hazardous?
4-Methyl-3-heptanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
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