2-(Acetyloxy)propanoic acid
Also known as: (+/-)-2-ACETOXYPROPIONIC ACID, (+/-)-2-Acetoxypropionic acid, 2-acetoxypropanoic acid, alpha-acetolactate, Acetyllactic acid, α-Acetoxypropionic acid, RARECHEM AX KI 1004
2-(Acetyloxy)propanoic acid (CAS 535-17-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O4 and a molecular weight of 132.11500 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 226.4ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.205g/cm3 and a flash point of 95.2ºC. 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.
- 535-17-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-1386892-3
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8O4
- Molecular Weight
- 132.11500 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 226.4ºC at 760mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.205g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 95.2ºC |
| Exact Mass | 132.04200 |
| PSA | 63.60000 |
| LogP | 0.02260 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.423 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-(Acetyloxy)propanoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-(Acetyloxy)propanoic acid is 535-17-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Acetyloxy)propanoic acid?
2-(Acetyloxy)propanoic acid has molecular formula C5H8O4 and molecular weight 132.11500 g/mol.
Is 2-(Acetyloxy)propanoic acid hazardous?
2-(Acetyloxy)propanoic 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 2-(Acetyloxy)propanoic acid?
For 2-(Acetyloxy)propanoic acid, Downstream Products: 2-Hydroxypropanoic acid, 3-Hydroxypropionic acid, (S)-(-)-2-Acetoxypropionyl chloride.
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