D-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid

D-α-羟基异戊酸

Also known as: D-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid, (R)-2-Hydroxy-3-methylbutanoic acid, (2R)-2-Hydroxy-3-methylbutanoic acid, (2R)-2-Hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid, D-2-Hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid, D-Valic acid, 2-Hydroxy-3-methylbutanoic acid, 2-Hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid, 2-Hydroxyisopentanoic acid, 3-Methyl-2-hydroxybutyric acid

D-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid (CAS 17407-56-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H10O3 and a molecular weight of 118.131 g/mol. It is also known as (R)-2-Hydroxy-3-methylbutanoic acid, (2R)-2-Hydroxy-3-methylbutanoic acid and (2R)-2-Hydroxy-3-methylbutyric acid. Key properties include a melting point of 64-67ºC, a boiling point of 237.6±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 111.8±16.3 °C. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

17407-56-6

Jingsj CID

J-12739-2

Molecular Formula

C₅H₁₀O₃

Chinese Name

D-α-羟基异戊酸

Molecular Weight

118.131 g/mol

Category

Organic Acids

Last updated

8/21/2026