2-Methylpentanoic acid

2-甲基戊酸

Also known as: 2-Methylvaleric acid, 2-Methyl-n-valeric acid, 2-Methyl-n-pentanoic acid, Methylpropylacetic acid, Valeric acid, 2-methyl-, α-Methylvaleric acid, FEMA 2754, 2-Methylpentanoic acid for synthesis, 2-Methylvalerate

2-Methylpentanoic acid (CAS 97-61-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H12O2 and a molecular weight of 116.158 g/mol. It is also known as 2-Methylvaleric acid, 2-Methyl-n-valeric acid and 2-Methyl-n-pentanoic acid. Key properties include a melting point of -85°C, a boiling point of 195.4±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 91.1±0.0 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
97-61-0
Jingsj CID
J-21027-2
Molecular Formula
C6H12O2
Chinese Name
2-甲基戊酸
Molecular Weight
116.158 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-85°C
Boiling Point195.4±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point91.1±0.0 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

CorrosionSignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Methylpentanoic acid?

The CAS number of 2-Methylpentanoic acid is 97-61-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylpentanoic acid?

2-Methylpentanoic acid has molecular formula C6H12O2 and molecular weight 116.158 g/mol.

Is 2-Methylpentanoic acid hazardous?

2-Methylpentanoic acid has GHS signal word Danger.

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