trans-2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid

反式-2-甲基-2-戊烯酸

Also known as: (2E)-2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid, (E)-2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid, 2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid, FEMA 3195, STRAWBERRIFF, MFCD00002655, EINECS 241-026-4

trans-2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid (CAS 16957-70-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10O2 and a molecular weight of 114.142 g/mol. It is also known as (2E)-2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid, (E)-2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid and 2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid. Key properties include a melting point of 26-28ºC, a boiling point of 215.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 107.8±0.0 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
16957-70-3
Jingsj CID
J-34858-8
Molecular Formula
C6H10O2
Chinese Name
反式-2-甲基-2-戊烯酸
Molecular Weight
114.142 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point26-28ºC
Boiling Point215.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point107.8±0.0 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

CorrosionSignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of trans-2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid?

The CAS number of trans-2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid is 16957-70-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of trans-2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid?

trans-2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid has molecular formula C6H10O2 and molecular weight 114.142 g/mol.

Is trans-2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid hazardous?

trans-2-Methyl-2-pentenoic acid has GHS signal word Danger.

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