(2S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)pentanoic acid

(S)-2-羟基甲基戊酸

Also known as: (S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)pentanoic acid, (S)-2-Hydroxymethylpentanoic acid, Pentanoic acid, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-, (2S)-

(2S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)pentanoic acid (CAS 875125-89-6) 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. It is also known as (S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)pentanoic acid, (S)-2-Hydroxymethylpentanoic acid and Pentanoic acid, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-, (2S)-. Key properties include a boiling point of 259.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1g/cm3 and a flash point of 125.1ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
875125-89-6
Jingsj CID
J-1337398-4
Molecular Formula
C6H12O3
Chinese Name
(S)-2-羟基甲基戊酸
Molecular Weight
132.15800 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point259.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.1g/cm3
Flash Point125.1ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (2S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)pentanoic acid?

The CAS number of (2S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)pentanoic acid is 875125-89-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (2S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)pentanoic acid?

(2S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)pentanoic acid has molecular formula C6H12O3 and molecular weight 132.15800 g/mol.

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