| Formula / Notation | C5H8O4 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 110-94-1 |
| Molecular Weight | 132.11 |
| Melting Point | 207.5 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 576 to 579 °F at 760 mmHg (decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.424 at 77 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Glutaric acid appears as colorless crystals or white solid. (NTP, 1992) |
| Also Known As | pentanedioic acid; Pentanedioic acid; 110-94-1; 1,5-Pentanedioic acid; glutarate; 1,3-Propanedicarboxylic acid; Pentandioic acid; n-Pyrotartaric acid; DTXSID2021654; CHEBI:17859 |
| Category | Acids |
What is Glutaric acid?
Glutaric acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid that is a linear five-carbon dicarboxylic acid. It has a role as a human metabolite and a Daphnia magna metabolite. It is a dicarboxylic fatty acid and an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a glutarate and a glutarate(1-).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: pentanedioic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: pentanedioic acid; Pentanedioic acid; 110-94-1; 1,5-Pentanedioic acid; glutarate; 1,3-Propanedicarboxylic acid; Pentandioic acid; n-Pyrotartaric acid; DTXSID2021654; CHEBI:17859
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 207.5 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 576 to 579 °F at 760 mmHg (decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.424 at 77 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 132.11 |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Glutaric acid appears as colorless crystals or white solid. (NTP, 1992) |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Glutaric acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid that is a linear five-carbon dicarboxylic acid. It has a role as a human metabolite and a Daphnia magna metabolite. It is a dicarboxylic fatty acid and an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a glutarate and a glutarate(1-).
Used in industrial chemical synthesis, fertilizer production, battery electrolytes, metal processing, and laboratory acid-base reactions.
Corrosive. Causes severe burns to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and lab coat. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Glutaric acid is: C5H8O4