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Glutaric acid
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Glutaric acid is a dicarboxylic acid used in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and polymer production. It appears as a white crystalline powder and is soluble in water and ethanol. CAS: 110-94-1, Molecular formula: HOOC(CH2)3COOH, Molecular weight: 132.11 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Glutaric acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £49.20 per pack ex VAT · £59.04 inc. VAT
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500 g — £108.90 per pack ex VAT · £130.68 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £165.00 per pack ex VAT · £198.00 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 95 - 99°C |
| Water | ≤ 0.5% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ⩾ 98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | I |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Large, monoclinic prisms |
| Melting Point | 97.8 °C |
| Boiling Point | 303 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.00000288 mmHg |
| Refractive Index | 1.41878 |
| pKa | pKa = 4.34 (at 25 °C) |
Source: PubChem CID 743 (HSDB, DrugBank, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 30858763 |
| CAS Number | 110-94-1 |
| IUPAC Name | pentanedioic acid |
| EC Number | 203-817-2 |
| Molecular Formula | HOOC(CH2)3COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 132.11 |
| Exact Mass | 132.0423 |
| SMILES | C(CC(=O)O)CC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | JFCQEDHGNNZCLN-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H8O4/c6-4(7)2-1-3-5(8)9/h1-3H2,(H,6,7)(H,8,9) |
| PubChem CID | 743 |
| UN Number | UN3261 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29171927 |
| Tariff Code | 2917198090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1,3-Propanedicarboxylic acid
- 1,5-Pentanedioic acid
- glutarate
- hydron;pentanedioate
- n-Pyrotartaric acid
- Pentandioic acid
- Pentanedioate
- Pentanedioic acid
- propane-1,3-dicarboxylic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is glutaric acid used for?
Glutaric acid is used in the synthesis of polymers, pharmaceuticals, and as a precursor in organic synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of glutaric acid?
The formula is HOOC(CH2)3COOH with a molecular weight of 132.11 g/mol.
How should glutaric acid be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of glutaric acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies glutaric acid in technical grade; custom grades available upon request.
Can Molekula supply glutaric acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply glutaric acid in bulk quantities; please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a glutaric acid order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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