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Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

2-Methylpentanedioate

Also known as 2-methylglutarate(2-), Pentanedioic acid, 2-methyl-, ion(2-)

CAS 305-73-7Formula C6H8O4-2Molar mass 144.13 g/mol
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2-Methylpentanedioate chemical structure, C6H8O4-2, CAS 305-73-7
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
305-73-7
Formula
C6H8O4-2
Molar mass
144.13 g/mol
HS code
291719
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

What is 2-Methylpentanedioate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

2-methylglutarate(2-) is a dicarboxylic acid dianion obtained by deprotonation of the carboxy groups of 2-methylglutaric acid. It has a role as a mammalian metabolite. It is a conjugate base of a 2-methylglutaric acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-methylpentanedioate
CAS number
305-73-7
Molecular formula
C6H8O4-2
InChIKey
AQYCMVICBNBXNA-UHFFFAOYSA-L
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H10O4/c1-4(6(9)10)2-3-5(7)8/h4H,2-3H2,1H3,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)/p-2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC(CCC(=O)[O-])C(=O)[O-]

Synonyms

  • 2-methylglutarate(2-)
  • Pentanedioic acid, 2-methyl-, ion(2-)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
144.13 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
144.0434 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-2.1calc.
Topological polar surface area
80.26 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
4calc.
Heavy atoms
10calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.67calc.
Formal charge
-2calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

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No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • animal metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

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

HS 2917.19Indicative HS code

Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and…

World exports in 2024
$718M
+8.1% vs 2023, imports $915M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China46.6%
  2. United States13.7%
  3. Germany10.1%
Top importers
  1. United States16.2%
  2. Denmark11.8%
  3. Germany10.0%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 2-Methylpentanedioate, based on the data on this page

What is 2-Methylpentanedioate?

2-methylglutarate(2-) is a dicarboxylic acid dianion obtained by deprotonation of the carboxy groups of 2-methylglutaric acid. It has a role as a mammalian metabolite. It is a conjugate base of a 2-methylglutaric acid.

What is the CAS number of 2-Methylpentanedioate?

The CAS registry number of 2-Methylpentanedioate is 305-73-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 2-Methylpentanedioate?

The molecular formula of 2-Methylpentanedioate is C6H8O4-2 and its molar mass is 144.13 g/mol.

What is 2-Methylpentanedioate used for?

Known uses and roles of 2-Methylpentanedioate include building blocks in research and laboratory, animal metabolite, eukaryotic metabolite, mammalian metabolite and metabolite.

Is 2-Methylpentanedioate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 2-Methylpentanedioate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 2-Methylpentanedioate?

2-Methylpentanedioate is usually classified under HS code 291719 (Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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