Methyl 4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanoate
Also known as: 4-Chloro-3-hydroxy-butyric acid methyl ester, 4-Chloro-3-hydroxy-butyricacidmethylester, 4-Chloro-3-hydroxybutanoic acid methyl ester, Butanoic acid, 4-chloro-3-hydroxy-, methyl ester, Methyl chloro-3-hydroxybutyrate, Methyl gamma-chloro-beta-hydroxybutyrate, methyl 3-hydroxy-4-chloro-butanoate, methyl 4-chloranyl-3-oxidanyl-butanoate, methyl-4-chloro-3-hydroxy-butyrate
Methyl 4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanoate (CAS 10488-68-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H9ClO3 and a molecular weight of 152.576 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 248.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 104.2±21.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 10488-68-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1182528-8
- Molecular Formula
- C5H9ClO3
- Molecular Weight
- 152.576 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 248.6±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 104.2±21.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 152.024017 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | -0.20 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.451 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl 4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanoate?
The CAS number of Methyl 4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanoate is 10488-68-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanoate?
Methyl 4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanoate has molecular formula C5H9ClO3 and molecular weight 152.576 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanoate?
For Methyl 4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanoate, Upstream Products: Methyl 4-chloroacetoacetate, Methanol, Epichlorohydrin; Downstream Products: (R)-(+)-3-Hydroxybutyrolactone, Methyl (3R)-4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanoate, (±)-β-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone.
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