tert-Butyl 4-hydroxybutanoate
Also known as: tert-Butyl 4-hydroxybutyrate, 4-Hydroxybutyric acid tert-butyl ester, Butanoic acid, 4-hydroxy-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester, tert-Butyl 4-hydroxybutanoate, 2-Methyl-2-propanyl 4-hydroxybutanoate
tert-Butyl 4-hydroxybutanoate (CAS 59854-12-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H16O3 and a molecular weight of 160.211 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 228.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 87.7±15.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 59854-12-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1391629-5
- Molecular Formula
- C8H16O3
- Molecular Weight
- 160.211 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 228.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 87.7±15.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 160.109940 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 1.13 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.438 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H319 — Causes serious eye 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 tert-Butyl 4-hydroxybutanoate?
The CAS number of tert-Butyl 4-hydroxybutanoate is 59854-12-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of tert-Butyl 4-hydroxybutanoate?
tert-Butyl 4-hydroxybutanoate has molecular formula C8H16O3 and molecular weight 160.211 g/mol.
Is tert-Butyl 4-hydroxybutanoate hazardous?
tert-Butyl 4-hydroxybutanoate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of tert-Butyl 4-hydroxybutanoate?
For tert-Butyl 4-hydroxybutanoate, Upstream Products: Mono-tert-butyl succinate; Downstream Products: tert-Butyl 4-bromobutanoate, tert-butyl 4-oxobutanoate.
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