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Methyl heptanoate
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Methyl heptanoate is a clear, colorless liquid ester primarily used as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient in the food and cosmetic industries. It has a CAS number of 106-73-0 and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies Methyl heptanoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90036497
- CAS Number
- 106-73-0
- IUPAC Name
- methyl heptanoate
- EC Number
- 203-428-8
- Exact Mass
- 144.115
- SMILES
- CCCCCCC(=O)OC
- InChIKey
- XNCNNDVCAUWAIT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C8H16O2/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8(9)10-2/h3-7H2,1-2H3
- PubChem CID
- 7826
Synonyms
- Enanthic Acid Methyl Ester
- FEMA No. 2705
- Heptanoic acid methyl ester
- Methyl enanthate
- Methyl ester of heptanoic acid
- Methyl heptoate
- Methyl heptylate
- Methyl n-heptanoate
- Methyl n-heptylate
- Methyl oenanthylate
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Melting Point
- -55.8 °C
- Boiling Point
- 174 °C at 760 mmHg
- Solubility (other solvents)
- Soluble in organic solvents
- Vapour Pressure
- 1.56 mmHg
Source: PubChem CID 7826 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA), Haz-Map)
Frequently asked questions
What is Methyl heptanoate used for?
Methyl heptanoate is primarily used as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient due to its fruity, pineapple-like aroma.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Methyl heptanoate?
The chemical formula is C8H16O2 and the molecular weight is 144.21 g/mol.
How should Methyl heptanoate be stored?
It should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container, away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
What grade of Methyl heptanoate is available?
Please contact our sales team to confirm the current purity specifications and available grades for this product.
Can Molekula supply Methyl heptanoate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Methyl heptanoate in various quantities, ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for your records.
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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.