Suberic acid
Also known as: Octanedioic acid, 1,6-Hexanedicarboxylic acid, Cork acid, Dicarboxylic acid C8
Suberic acid (CAS 505-48-6) 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 melting point of 140-144 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 361.2±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 186.5±19.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 505-48-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-45479-9
- Molecular Formula
- C8H14O4
- Molecular Weight
- 174.194 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 140-144 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 361.2±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 186.5±19.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 174.089203 |
| PSA | 74.60000 |
| LogP | 0.80 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.476 |
| Additional Property | 0.6 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Gregersen N, et al. General (medium-chain) acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency (non-ketotic dicarboxylic aciduria): quantitative urinary excretion pattern of 23 biologically significant organic acids in three cases. Clin Chim Acta. 1983 Aug 15;132(2):181-91. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2917190090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2917190090 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 Suberic acid?
The CAS number of Suberic acid is 505-48-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Suberic acid?
Suberic acid has molecular formula C8H14O4 and molecular weight 174.194 g/mol.
Is Suberic acid hazardous?
Suberic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Suberic acid?
For Suberic acid, Upstream Products: Cyclooctanone, Cyclooctene, Octanedinitrile; Downstream Products: Suberic acid monomethyl ester, Dimethyl suberate, Suberoyl bis-hydroxamic acid.
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