2-hydroxyisocaproic acid (CAS 498-36-2) — formula C6H12O3, molecular weight 132.16; category organic chemicals.
2-hydroxyisocaproic acid (CAS 498-36-2) is a chemical raw material in the organic chemicals category. Its molecular formula C6H12O3 comprises 6 C, 12 H, 3 O atoms. Its molecular weight is about 132.16. Reported physicochemical data: melting point around 76.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg, boiling point around 249.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg, LogP about 0.9. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.
| CAS Number | 498-36-2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C6H12O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 132.16 |
| Melting Point | 76.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg |
| Boiling Point | 249.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg |
| LogP | 0.9 |
| Applications | Pentanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-4-methyl-: ACTIVE |
| Category | Organic Chemicals |
Documented applications: Pentanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-4-methyl-: ACTIVE.
2-hydroxyisocaproic acid is a carbon-based organic compound with CAS registry number 498-36-2 and molecular formula C6H12O3 (molecular weight 132.16), belonging to the organic chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.
CAS number: 498-36-2
Its molecular formula C6H12O3 comprises 6 C, 12 H, 3 O atoms.
Also known as: 2-hydroxyisocaproic acid · 2-羟基异己酸
Category: organic chemicals
The CAS registry number of 2-hydroxyisocaproic acid is 498-36-2.
Molecular formula C6H12O3, molecular weight 132.16.
It is also registered under: 2-hydroxyisocaproic acid, 2-羟基异己酸.
Recorded applications: Pentanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-4-methyl-: ACTIVE.
Category: Organic Chemicals.
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Independent reference data for 2-hydroxyisocaproic acid (CAS 498-36-2), compiled from public chemistry databases.
| CAS Registry Number | 498-36-2 |
|---|---|
| PubChem CID | 92779 |
| Molecular formula | C6H12O3 |
| IUPAC name | 2-hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid |
| UNII (FDA) | 8RN4NSX3TY |
| Molecular Weight | 132.16 |
|---|---|
| XLogP3 | 0.9 |
| Hydrogen Bond Donor Count | 2 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count | 3 |
| Rotatable Bond Count | 3 |
| Exact Mass | 132.078644241 |
| Monoisotopic Mass | 132.078644241 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 57.5 |
| Heavy Atom Count | 9 |
| Boiling Point | 249.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg |
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| Melting Point | 76.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg |
| Solubility | 886 mg/mL |
498-36-2; 2-Hydroxy-4-methylvaleric acid; Leucic acid; alpha-Hydroxyisocaproic acid; Pentanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-4-methyl-; DL-alpha-Hydroxyisocaproic acid; 8RN4NSX3TY; CHEBI:59783; RefChem:798973; (+-)-2-Hydroxyisocaproic acid; 207-860-8; 233-677-8; 2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid; DL-leucic acid; 2-Hydroxyisocaproic acid; 10303-64-7
| Regulatory & Food Contact | EU Flavoring substances Flavoring Agents |
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| Reported hazard statements | H315 (100%), H319 (100%) |
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H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
2-hydroxyisocaproic acid · CAS 498-36-2 · C6H12O3. UNII 8RN4NSX3TY. Boiling Point: 249.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Melting Point: 76.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Solubility: 886 mg/mL.
Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.
Supplier: Jinan Shenghe Chemical Co., Ltd.
中文页面: 2-羟基异己酸