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Methyl levulinate

Also known as Methyl 4-oxopentanoate, Pentanoic acid, 4-oxo-, methyl ester, Levulinic acid, methyl ester

CAS 624-45-3Formula C6H10O3Molar mass 130.14 g/molEC 210-846-4
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Methyl levulinate chemical structure, C6H10O3, CAS 624-45-3
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
624-45-3
Formula
C6H10O3
Molar mass
130.14 g/mol
EC number
210-846-4
HS code
291830
Category
Esters and lactones

What is Methyl levulinate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Methyl levulinate is an oxo carboxylic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
methyl 4-oxopentanoate
CAS number
624-45-3 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
210-846-4
Molecular formula
C6H10O3
UNII
3Q95S830W6
MDL number
MFCD00017499
InChIKey
UAGJVSRUFNSIHR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H10O3/c1-5(7)3-4-6(8)9-2/h3-4H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC(=O)CCC(=O)OC

Synonyms

  • Methyl 4-oxopentanoate
  • Pentanoic acid, 4-oxo-, methyl ester
  • Levulinic acid, methyl ester
  • methyl-4-oxovalerate
  • methyl-4-oxopentanoate
  • Methyl beta-acetylpropionate
  • methyllevulinate
  • Levulinic Acid Methyl Ester
  • Methyl 4-oxovalerate
  • 4-oxo-pentanoic acid methyl ester
  • Methyl levulinate, >=98.0%
  • Methyl ester of 4-Oxopentanoic acid
  • Methyl beta-acetylpropionate, NSC 24874
  • Methyl levulate
  • Me ester
  • 4-Oxovaleric Acid Methyl Ester
  • methyl 4-oxo-pentanoate
  • Methyl 4-oxopentanoate #
  • Uagjvsrufnsihr-uhfffaoysa-
  • 4-Oxopentanoic acid methyl este
  • Methyl -acetylpropionate, NSC 24874

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
130.14 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
130.063 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.53calc.
Topological polar surface area
43.37 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
9calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.67calc.
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

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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Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient

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 Methyl levulinate 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.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Methyl levulinate, based on the data on this page

What is Methyl levulinate?

Methyl levulinate is an oxo carboxylic acid.

What is the CAS number of Methyl levulinate?

The CAS registry number of Methyl levulinate is 624-45-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Methyl levulinate?

The molecular formula of Methyl levulinate is C6H10O3 and its molar mass is 130.14 g/mol.

What is Methyl levulinate used for?

Known uses and roles of Methyl levulinate include building blocks in research and laboratory and flavouring and nutrient.

Is Methyl levulinate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Methyl levulinate 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 levulinate?

Methyl levulinate 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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