2-Methylglutaric acid, 98%

Name: 2-Methylglutaric acid, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008259

About 2-Methylglutaric acid, 98%

Listed under CAS 617-62-9, 2-Methylglutaric acid is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 98% purity. Formula C6H10O4, molecular weight 146.14 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-methylpentanedioic acid. Common synonyms include alpha-Methylglutaric acid and Pentanedioic acid, 2-methyl-.

The material typically appears as white to yellow powder or crystals or lumps. Literature values give a melting point of 75-79 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 5 g, 25 g and 100 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Methylglutaric acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008259
CAS Number	617-62-9
IUPAC name	2-methylpentanedioic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₀O₄
Molecular weight	146.14 g/mol
Exact mass	146.0579
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29429090
InChIKey	AQYCMVICBNBXNA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(CCC(=O)O)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	12046

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to yellow powder or crystals or lumps
Melting point	75-79 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 4
TPSA	74.6 Å²
Synonyms	alpha-Methylglutaric acid, Pentanedioic acid, 2-methyl-, Glutaric acid, 2-methyl-, 2-Methylglutarate, .alpha.-Methylglutaric acid, 2-methyl-glutaric acid, Pentanedioic acid,2-methyl-, 2-methyl-pentanedioic acid, 2-Methylglutaric acid, 98%, alpha-Methylglutarate, a-Methylglutaric acid, 2-Methylpentanedioicacid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Methylglutaric acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Methylglutaric acid, 98% is 617-62-9. It is also known as alpha-Methylglutaric acid, Pentanedioic acid, 2-methyl-, Glutaric acid, 2-methyl-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylglutaric acid, 98%?

2-Methylglutaric acid, 98% has the molecular formula C6H10O4 and a molecular weight of 146.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methylpentanedioic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Methylglutaric acid, 98% can I order?

We supply 2-Methylglutaric acid, 98% in (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Methylglutaric acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Methylglutaric acid, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Methylglutaric acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Methylglutaric acid, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.