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Atomfair Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate C8H16O3 CAS 5299-60-5

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…

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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.

Properties

  • CAS Number: 5299-60-5
  • Complexity: 102
  • IUPAC Name: ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate
  • InChI: InChI=1S/C8H16O3/c1-2-11-8(10)6-4-3-5-7-9/h9H,2-7H2,1H3
  • InChI Key: HYXRUZUPCFVWAH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
  • Exact Mass: 160.109944368
  • Molecular Formula: C8H16O3
  • Molecular Weight: 160.21
  • SMILES: CCOC(=O)CCCCCO
  • Topological: 46.5
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 160.109944368
  • Synonyms: Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate, 5299-60-5, DTXSID60326814, DTXCID50277927, 962-755-0, Hexanoic acid, 6-hydroxy-, ethyl ester, 6-hydroxyHexanoic acid ethyl ester, MFCD00075601, 6-hydroxy-hexanoic acid ethyl ester, 5-Ethoxycarbonylpentan-1-ol; 6-Hydroxyhexanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 6-Hydroxycaproate; Ethyl epsilon-Hydroxycaproate; NSC 617304, NSC617304, ethyl-6-hydroxyhexanoate, ethyl 6-hydroxy-hexanoate, 5-ethoxycarbonyl-1-pentanol, SCHEMBL247007, SCHEMBL632459, SCHEMBL632460, SCHEMBL2076370, Ethyl 6-hydroxyhexanoate, 97%, SCHEMBL10405617, HYXRUZUPCFVWAH-UHFFFAOYSA-N, BCP24426, FAA29960, AKOS009156692, CS-W023138, NSC-617304, CS-12600, DA-19186, SY116371, E1305, EN300-200547

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.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

  • H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
  • H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
  • H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

  • P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

  • Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
  • Eye Irrit. 2A (100%)
  • STOT SE 3 (100%)

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