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(R)-Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutanoate

Also known as: (R)-Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methyl butanoate, 2-(R)-hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid methyl ester, 2-(R)-hydroxyisovalerianic acid methylester, Butanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-, methyl ester, (2R)-, Methyl (R)-2-hydroxy-3-methylbutanoate, methyl (2R)-2-hydroxy-3-methylbutanoate, methyl (R)-2-hydroxy-3-methyl-butanoate, methyl (R)-2-hydroxy-3-methylbutyrate

(R)-Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutanoate (CAS 90244-32-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H12O3 and a molecular weight of 132.15800 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 165.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.021g/cm3 and a flash point of 57.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
90244-32-9
Jingsj CID
J-1069209-8
Molecular Formula
C6H12O3
Molecular Weight
132.15800 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point165.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.021g/cm3
Flash Point57.2ºC
Exact Mass132.07900
PSA46.53000
LogP0.17630
Refractive Index1.425

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (R)-Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutanoate?

The CAS number of (R)-Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutanoate is 90244-32-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutanoate?

(R)-Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutanoate has molecular formula C6H12O3 and molecular weight 132.15800 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (R)-Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutanoate?

For (R)-Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutanoate, Upstream Products: methyl 3-methyl-2-oxobutanoate, Methanol, D-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid; Downstream Products: (R)-2-Isopropylsuccinic acid-1-methyl ester, (S)-2-Isopropylsuccinic acid-1-methyl ester.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(R)-Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutanoate (CAS 90244-32-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1069209-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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