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Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate

Also known as Octanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, methyl ester, methyl hydroxycaprylate, methyl-2-hydroxyoctanoate

CAS 73634-76-1Formula C9H18O3Molar mass 174.24 g/mol
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Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate chemical structure, C9H18O3, CAS 73634-76-1
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CAS number
73634-76-1
Formula
C9H18O3
Molar mass
174.24 g/mol
HS code
291819
Category
Esters and lactones

What is Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C9H18O3 and a molar mass of 174.24 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 73634-76-1.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate
CAS number
73634-76-1
Molecular formula
C9H18O3
MDL number
MFCD00673452
InChIKey
FPELLQRUGGAXFI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C9H18O3/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8(10)9(11)12-2/h8,10H,3-7H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCC(C(=O)OC)O

Synonyms

  • Octanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, methyl ester
  • methyl hydroxycaprylate
  • methyl-2-hydroxyoctanoate
  • (.+/-.)-2-Hydroxyoctanoic acid, methyl ester

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
174.24 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
174.1256 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.49calc.
Topological polar surface area
46.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
6calc.
Heavy atoms
12calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.89calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
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

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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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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 Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate is traded under.

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

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What is Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate?

Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C9H18O3 and a molar mass of 174.24 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 73634-76-1.

What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate?

The CAS registry number of Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate is 73634-76-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate?

The molecular formula of Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate is C9H18O3 and its molar mass is 174.24 g/mol.

What is Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate used for?

Known uses and roles of Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate 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 Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate?

Methyl 2-hydroxyoctanoate is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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