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Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid

Also known as Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-Methyl-2-cyclohexanoic acid, 2-Methyl-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid

CAS 56586-13-1Formula C8H14O2Molar mass 142.20 g/molEC 230-374-2
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Corrosive, Harmful or irritant
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2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid chemical structure, C8H14O2, CAS 56586-13-1
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
56586-13-1
Formula
C8H14O2
Molar mass
142.20 g/mol
EC number
230-374-2
HS code
291620
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

What is 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C8H14O2 and a molar mass of 142.20 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 56586-13-1. The IUPAC name is 2-methylcyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-methylcyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid
CAS number
56586-13-1Other or deprecated CAS: 15177-62-5, 7076-91-7
EC numbers
230-374-2, 239-227-7, 260-272-3
Molecular formula
C8H14O2
MDL number
MFCD00074907
InChIKey
VSKXJRZPVDLHFY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H14O2/c1-6-4-2-3-5-7(6)8(9)10/h6-7H,2-5H2,1H3,(H,9,10)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC1CCCCC1C(=O)O

Synonyms

  • Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 2-methyl-
  • 2-Methyl-2-cyclohexanoic acid
  • 2-Methyl-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid
  • 2-methylcyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid
  • 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic Acid,
  • 6-Methyl-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid
  • trans-2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid
  • 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylicacid
  • 2-methyl-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid
  • (+/-)-2-methyl-1-cyclohexane-carboxylic acid
  • 2-Methyl-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid,mixture of cis and trans
  • 2-Methyl-1-cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 9 9%, mixture of cis and trans

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
142.20 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
142.0994 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.9calc.
Topological polar surface area
37.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
10calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.88calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1CCCCC1

C1CCCCC1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Cyclohexane ring system.

24,737 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS05: Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H318Causes serious eye damage.
Precautionary statements (9)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P305 + P354 + P338If in eyes: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P317Get medical help.
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid is traded under.

HS 2916.20Indicative HS code

Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides…

World exports in 2024
$489M
−6.1% vs 2023, imports $608M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China45.5%
  2. India * partner reported18.6%
  3. Japan11.2%
Top importers
  1. Brazil20.3%
  2. United States15.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.8%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

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What is 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid?

2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C8H14O2 and a molar mass of 142.20 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 56586-13-1. The IUPAC name is 2-methylcyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid.

What is the CAS number of 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid?

The CAS registry number of 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid is 56586-13-1. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 15177-62-5, 7076-91-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid?

The molecular formula of 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid is C8H14O2 and its molar mass is 142.20 g/mol.

What is 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid used for?

Known uses and roles of 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid include building blocks in research and laboratory and screening compounds in research and laboratory.

Is 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid hazardous?

2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed, causes serious eye damage. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid?

2-Methylcyclohexanecarboxylic acid is usually classified under HS code 291620 (Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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