tert-Butyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate

D-乳酸(+)-叔丁酯

Also known as: (+)-TERT-BUTYL D-LACTATE, tert-Butyl (R)-(+)-lactate, (R)-(+)-Lactic acid tert-butyl ester, (R)-tert-Butyl 2-hydroxypropanoate, (+)-tert-Butyl D-lactate, 2-Methyl-2-propanyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate, R-lactic acid tert-butyl ester, D-lactic acid tert-butyl ester, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester, (2R)-, (+)-(2R)-hydroxypropionic acid tert-butyl ester

tert-Butyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate (CAS 68166-83-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H14O3 and a molecular weight of 146.184 g/mol. It is also known as (+)-TERT-BUTYL D-LACTATE, tert-Butyl (R)-(+)-lactate and (R)-(+)-Lactic acid tert-butyl ester. Key properties include a melting point of 38-42ºC, a boiling point of 161.8±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 49.1±6.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
68166-83-6
Jingsj CID
J-1184568-3
Molecular Formula
C7H14O3
Chinese Name
D-乳酸(+)-叔丁酯
Molecular Weight
146.184 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point38-42ºC
Boiling Point161.8±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point49.1±6.9 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of tert-Butyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate?

The CAS number of tert-Butyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate is 68166-83-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of tert-Butyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate?

tert-Butyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate has molecular formula C7H14O3 and molecular weight 146.184 g/mol.

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