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Description

Methyl enanthate · CAS 106-73-0 · C8H16O2. UNII 1J543V5703. Boiling Point: 174.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 173.8 °C; Melting Point: -55.8 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	106-73-0
PubChem CID	7826
Molecular formula	C8H16O2
IUPAC name	methyl heptanoate
UNII (FDA)	1J543V5703
FEMA number	2705
JECFA number	167

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	144.21
XLogP3	3
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	2
Rotatable Bond Count	6
Exact Mass	144.115029749
Monoisotopic Mass	144.115029749
Topological Polar Surface Area	26.3
Heavy Atom Count	10
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	174.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point	173.8 °C
Melting Point	-55.8 °C
Density	0.87115 (20 °C)
Vapor Pressure	1.56 [mmHg]
LogP	3.1
Refractive Index	1.4114-1.41334

Physical description & handling notes

• Liquid; [Merck Index] Clear colorless liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
• Liquid
• colourless liquid with a fruity, orris odour
• soluble in organic solvents
• (in ethanol)

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Green No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 1450)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 1450)
Reported hazard statements	H226 (11.2%), H315 (97%)

Documented Uses

• Used as a flavoring agent; [FDA]
• Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes
• Flavoring Agents -> JECFA Flavorings Index
• Heptanoic acid, methyl ester: ACTIVE

Synonyms

METHYL HEPTANOATE; 106-73-0; Methyl enanthate; Heptanoic acid methyl ester; Heptanoic acid, methyl ester; Methyl n-heptylate; Methyl heptoate; Methyl oenanthylate; Methyl heptylate; Methyl n-heptanoate; Enanthic Acid Methyl Ester; FEMA No. 2705; MFCD00009537; Heptanoic acid-methyl ester; Methyl ester of heptanoic acid; Methyl Heptanoate(Heptanoic Acid Methyl Ester)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Methyl enanthate?

CAS 106-73-0; molecular formula C8H16O2; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Methyl enanthate known by?

METHYL HEPTANOATE, 106-73-0, Methyl enanthate, Heptanoic acid methyl ester, Heptanoic acid, methyl ester, Methyl n-heptylate.

What is the regulatory status of Methyl enanthate?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT; Flavoring Agents.

Is Methyl enanthate classified as hazardous?

0.1% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (1 of 1450).

What are the key physical properties of Methyl enanthate?

Boiling Point: 174.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 173.8 °C; Melting Point: -55.8 °C; Density: 0.87115 (20 °C).

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