3-Methylglutaric acid, ≥98%

Name: 3-Methylglutaric acid, ≥98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008306

About 3-Methylglutaric acid, ≥98%

Listed under CAS 626-51-7, 3-Methylglutaric acid is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 98%. The compound has the formula C6H10O4, corresponding to a molecular weight of 146.14 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 3-methylpentanedioic acid. It is also known as Pentanedioic acid, 3-methyl- or beta-Methylglutaric acid.

It is supplied as white powder or crystals or chunks. Literature values give a melting point of 87 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 3-Methylglutaric acid in 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-Methylglutaric acid, ≥98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008306
CAS Number	626-51-7
IUPAC name	3-methylpentanedioic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₀O₄
Molecular weight	146.14 g/mol
Exact mass	146.0579
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29429090
InChIKey	XJMMNTGIMDZPMU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(CC(=O)O)CC(=O)O
PubChem CID	12284

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White powder or crystals or chunks
Melting point	87 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 4
TPSA	74.6 Å²
Synonyms	Pentanedioic acid, 3-methyl-, beta-Methylglutaric acid, Methylglutaric acid, 3-methyl-pentanedioic acid, .beta.-Methylglutaric acid, 3-Methylpropane-1,3-dicarboxylic acid, 3-Methylglutaricacid, b-Methylglutaric acid, Methylglutarate, b-Methylglutarate, 3-Methylglutarate, 3-methyl-Glutarate

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 3-Methylglutaric acid, ≥98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Methylglutaric acid, ≥98% is 626-51-7. It is also known as Pentanedioic acid, 3-methyl-, beta-Methylglutaric acid, Methylglutaric acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methylglutaric acid, ≥98%?

3-Methylglutaric acid, ≥98% has the molecular formula C6H10O4 and a molecular weight of 146.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-methylpentanedioic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Methylglutaric acid, ≥98% can I order?

We supply 3-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 3-Methylglutaric acid, ≥98%?

Yes. Every lot of 3-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 3-Methylglutaric acid, ≥98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-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.