D-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid
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. 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. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 17407-56-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-12739-9
- Molecular Formula
- C5H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 118.131 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 64-67ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 237.6±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 111.8±16.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 118.062996 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | 0.18 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.455 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 D-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid?
The CAS number of D-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid is 17407-56-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of D-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid?
D-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid has molecular formula C5H10O3 and molecular weight 118.131 g/mol.
Is D-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid hazardous?
D-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of D-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid?
For D-α-Hydroxyisovaleric acid, Downstream Products: 3-Methyl-2-oxobutanoic acid, (R)-Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbutanoate.
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