(R)-2-Hydroxymethylbutanoic acid

(R)-2-羟甲基丁酸

Also known as: (2R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)butanoic acid, (R)-2-HYDROXYMETHYLBUTANOIC ACID, Butanoic acid, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-, (2R)-

(R)-2-Hydroxymethylbutanoic acid (CAS 72604-79-6) 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 118.13100 g/mol. It is also known as (2R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)butanoic acid, (R)-2-HYDROXYMETHYLBUTANOIC ACID and Butanoic acid, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-, (2R)-. Key properties include a boiling point of 253.278ºC at 760 mmHg and a density of 1.14 g/cm3. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
72604-79-6
Jingsj CID
J-1411042-3
Molecular Formula
C5H10O3
Chinese Name
(R)-2-羟甲基丁酸
Molecular Weight
118.13100 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point253.278ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.14 g/cm3

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (R)-2-Hydroxymethylbutanoic acid?

The CAS number of (R)-2-Hydroxymethylbutanoic acid is 72604-79-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-2-Hydroxymethylbutanoic acid?

(R)-2-Hydroxymethylbutanoic acid has molecular formula C5H10O3 and molecular weight 118.13100 g/mol.

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