4-methyl-2-oxovaleric acid (CAS 816-66-0) — formula C6H10O3, molecular weight 130.14; category organic chemicals.
4-methyl-2-oxovaleric acid (CAS 816-66-0) is a chemical raw material in the organic chemicals category. Its molecular formula C6H10O3 comprises 6 C, 10 H, 3 O atoms. Its molecular weight is about 130.14. Reported physicochemical data: melting point around 8 - 10 °C, boiling point around 251 °C, LogP about 0.9. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.
| CAS Number | 816-66-0 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C6H10O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 130.14 |
| Melting Point | 8 - 10 °C |
| Boiling Point | 251 °C |
| LogP | 0.9 |
| Applications | This is an endogenously produced metabolite found in the human body. It is used in metabolic reactions, catabolic reactions or waste generation, Flavouring Agent, Flavoring Agents, Pentanoic acid, 4-methyl-2-oxo-: ACTIVE |
| Category | Organic Chemicals |
Documented applications: This is an endogenously produced metabolite found in the human body. It is used in metabolic reactions, catabolic reactions or waste generation, Flavouring Agent, Flavoring Agents, Pentanoic acid, 4-methyl-2-oxo-: ACTIVE.
4-methyl-2-oxovaleric acid is a carbon-based organic compound with CAS registry number 816-66-0 and molecular formula C6H10O3 (molecular weight 130.14), belonging to the organic chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.
CAS number: 816-66-0
Its molecular formula C6H10O3 comprises 6 C, 10 H, 3 O atoms.
Also known as: 4-methyl-2-oxovaleric acid · 4-甲基-2-氧代戊酸
Category: organic chemicals
The CAS registry number of 4-methyl-2-oxovaleric acid is 816-66-0.
Molecular formula C6H10O3, molecular weight 130.14.
It is also registered under: 4-methyl-2-oxovaleric acid, 4-甲基-2-氧代戊酸.
Recorded applications: This is an endogenously produced metabolite found in the human body. It is used in metabolic reactions, catabolic reactions or waste generation, Flavouring Agent, Flavoring Agents, Pentanoic acid, 4-methyl-2-oxo-: ACTIVE.
Category: Organic Chemicals.
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Independent reference data for 4-methyl-2-oxovaleric acid (CAS 816-66-0), compiled from public chemistry databases.
| CAS Registry Number | 816-66-0 |
|---|---|
| PubChem CID | 70 |
| Molecular formula | C6H10O3 |
| IUPAC name | 4-methyl-2-oxopentanoic acid |
| UNII (FDA) | 4GUJ8AH400 |
| FEMA number | 3871 |
| JECFA number | 633 |
| Molecular Weight | 130.14 |
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| XLogP3 | 0.9 |
| Hydrogen Bond Donor Count | 1 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count | 3 |
| Rotatable Bond Count | 3 |
| Exact Mass | 130.062994177 |
| Monoisotopic Mass | 130.062994177 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 54.4 |
| Heavy Atom Count | 9 |
| Boiling Point | 251 °C |
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| Melting Point | 8 - 10 °C |
| Solubility | 32 mg/mL |
| Density | 1.053-1.058 |
| Refractive Index | 1.432-1.442 |
4-methyl-2-oxopentanoic acid; 816-66-0; 4-Methyl-2-oxovaleric acid; alpha-Ketoisocaproic acid; 2-OXO-4-METHYLPENTANOIC ACID; 2-Oxoisocaproate; 2-Oxoisocaproic acid; 4-methyl-2-oxopentanoate; Pentanoic acid, 4-methyl-2-oxo-; alpha-oxoisocaproate; 2-Oxo-4-methylvaleric acid; 2-Oxoleucine; 2-ketoisocaproate; 2-oxo-4-methylpentanoate; alpha-keto-isocaproic acid; 2-keto-4-Methylvaleric acid
| Regulatory & Food Contact | EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Fruit No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent |
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| Reported hazard statements | H314 (100%) |
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H314 (100%): Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation]
P260, P264, P280, P301+P330+P331, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P321, P363, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)
4-methyl-2-oxovaleric acid · CAS 816-66-0 · C6H10O3. UNII 4GUJ8AH400. Boiling Point: 251 °C; Melting Point: 8 - 10 °C; Solubility: 32 mg/mL.
Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.
Supplier: Jinan Shenghe Chemical Co., Ltd.
中文页面: 4-甲基-2-氧代戊酸