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Atomfair Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate C8H16O3

Description Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate (CAS No. 5299-60-5) is a high-purity ester compound with the molecular formula C8H16O3, widely utilized in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid exhibits a mild, characteristic ester odor and is soluble in common organic solvents such as ethanol, methanol, and acetone. With a molecular weight of 160.21 g/mol, it is an essential intermediate for the preparation of fragrances, plasticizers, and bioactive molecules. Our product is rigorously tested for quality (??98% purity by GC) and packaged under inert conditions to ensure stability. Ideal for researchers requiring precise, reproducible results in esterification studies,…

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Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate (CAS No. 5299-60-5) is a high-purity ester compound with the molecular formula C8H16O3, widely utilized in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid exhibits a mild, characteristic ester odor and is soluble in common organic solvents such as ethanol, methanol, and acetone. With a molecular weight of 160.21 g/mol, it is an essential intermediate for the preparation of fragrances, plasticizers, and bioactive molecules. Our product is rigorously tested for quality (??98% purity by GC) and packaged under inert conditions to ensure stability. Ideal for researchers requiring precise, reproducible results in esterification studies, polymer chemistry, or fine chemical production.

  • CAS No: 5299-60-5
  • Molecular Formula: C8H16O3
  • Molecular Weight: 160.21
  • Exact Mass: 160.109944368
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 160.109944368
  • IUPAC Name: ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate
  • SMILES: CCOC(=O)CCCCCO
  • Synonyms: Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate, 5299-60-5, DTXSID60326814, DTXCID50277927, 962-755-0

Application

Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of lactones and polyesters. It is employed in fragrance formulations due to its mild, fruity odor profile. Researchers also utilize it as a precursor for biodegradable polymers and pharmaceutical intermediates, leveraging its reactive hydroxyl and ester functional groups.

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