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Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

2-Oxoadipic acid

Also known as 2-Oxohexanedioic acid, Oxoadipic acid, alpha-Ketoadipic acid

CAS 3184-35-8Formula C6H8O5Molar mass 160.13 g/molEC 636-531-5
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 1 supplier listed
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2-Oxoadipic acid chemical structure, C6H8O5, CAS 3184-35-8
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
3184-35-8
Formula
C6H8O5
Molar mass
160.13 g/mol
EC number
636-531-5
HS code
291830
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

What is 2-Oxoadipic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

2-oxoadipic acid is an oxo dicarboxylic acid that is adipic acid substituted by an oxo group at position 2. It has a role as a mouse metabolite and a human urinary metabolite. It is functionally related to an adipic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a 2-oxoadipate(2-).

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-oxohexanedioic acid
CAS number
3184-35-8 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
636-531-5
Molecular formula
C6H8O5
UNII
BB72FKL1M2
MDL number
MFCD00010004
InChIKey
FGSBNBBHOZHUBO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H8O5/c7-4(6(10)11)2-1-3-5(8)9/h1-3H2,(H,8,9)(H,10,11)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(CC(=O)C(=O)O)CC(=O)O

Synonyms

  • 2-Oxohexanedioic acid
  • Oxoadipic acid
  • alpha-Ketoadipic acid
  • 2-oxoadipate
  • 2-Ketoadipic acid
  • Hexanedioic acid, 2-oxo-
  • 2-ketoadipate
  • alpha-Oxoadipic acid
  • alpha-ketoadipate
  • 2-keto-adipate
  • 2-oxohexanedionic acid
  • 2-Oxo-hexanedioic acid
  • Oxoadipate
  • a-oxoadipic acid
  • 2-Oxoadipic acid, 98
  • Oxoadipicacid
  • a-Ketoadipate
  • a-Oxoadipate
  • alpha-ketodipate
  • alpha-Oxoadipate
  • a-Ketoadipic acid
  • 2-Oxo-hexanedioate
  • OOG
  • 2-Oxohexanedioicacid
  • alpha-keto-adipic acid
Show all 30 synonyms
  • 2-Oxohexanedioic acid #
  • Oxoadipic acid (Standard)
  • Fgsbnbbhozhubo-uhfffaoysa-
  • 2-Oxoadipic acid, >=95.0% (HPLC)
  • Hexanedioic acid, 2-oxo- (7CI,8CI,9CI)

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
160.13 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
160.0372 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.11calc.
Topological polar surface area
91.67 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
11calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.5calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H315Causes skin irritation.
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statements (9)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.

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
  • human metabolite
  • human urinary metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • mouse 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-Oxoadipic acid is traded under.

HS 2918.30Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function…

World exports in 2024
$813M
−39.8% vs 2023, imports $1.23B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China43.3%
  2. India * partner reported10.4%
  3. United States6.8%
Top importers
  1. Singapore33.1%
  2. Germany7.2%
  3. Japan6.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is 2-Oxoadipic acid?

2-oxoadipic acid is an oxo dicarboxylic acid that is adipic acid substituted by an oxo group at position 2. It has a role as a mouse metabolite and a human urinary metabolite. It is functionally related to an adipic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a 2-oxoadipate(2-).

What is the CAS number of 2-Oxoadipic acid?

The CAS registry number of 2-Oxoadipic acid is 3184-35-8.

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

The molecular formula of 2-Oxoadipic acid is C6H8O5 and its molar mass is 160.13 g/mol.

What is 2-Oxoadipic acid used for?

Known uses and roles of 2-Oxoadipic acid include building blocks in research and laboratory, animal metabolite, eukaryotic metabolite, human metabolite, human urinary metabolite and 3 more.

Is 2-Oxoadipic acid hazardous?

2-Oxoadipic acid carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 2-Oxoadipic acid?

2-Oxoadipic acid is usually classified under HS code 291830 (Carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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