Methyl pyruvate
Also known as: Methyl 2-oxopropanoate, Pyruvic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-oxopropionate, Methylglyoxylic acid methyl ester, 2-Oxopropanoic acid methyl ester
Methyl pyruvate (CAS 600-22-6) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H6O3 and a molecular weight of 102.089 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 134-137 °C, a boiling point of 135.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 39.4±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 600-22-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-42332-4
- Molecular Formula
- C4H6O3
- Molecular Weight
- 102.089 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 134-137 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 135.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 39.4±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 102.031693 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | -0.48 |
| Vapor Pressure | 7.7±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.387 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl pyruvate?
The CAS number of Methyl pyruvate is 600-22-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl pyruvate?
Methyl pyruvate has molecular formula C4H6O3 and molecular weight 102.089 g/mol.
Is Methyl pyruvate hazardous?
Methyl pyruvate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl pyruvate?
For Methyl pyruvate, Upstream Products: Methyl lactate, Methanol, Methylglyoxal; Downstream Products: 3H-naphtho[2,1-b]pyran-3-one, Methyl 2-acetamidoacrylate, Carbon dioxide.
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