3-Hydroxy-2-methylbutanoic acid

2-甲基-3-羟基丁酸

Also known as: 2-Methyl-3-hydroxybutyric acid, 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbutanoic acid, 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbutyric acid, Nilic acid, alpha-Methyl-beta-hydroxybutyric acid, 2-Methyl-3-hydroxybutyrate, 3-hydroxy-2-methylbutyrate, Butanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2-methyl-

3-Hydroxy-2-methylbutanoic acid (CAS 473-86-9) 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 2-Methyl-3-hydroxybutyric acid, 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbutyric acid and Nilic acid. Key properties include a boiling point of 242.8ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.136g/cm3 and a flash point of 114.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
473-86-9
Jingsj CID
J-1411883-6
Molecular Formula
C5H10O3
Chinese Name
2-甲基-3-羟基丁酸
Molecular Weight
118.13100 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point242.8ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.136g/cm3
Flash Point114.9ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbutanoic acid?

The CAS number of 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbutanoic acid is 473-86-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbutanoic acid?

3-Hydroxy-2-methylbutanoic acid has molecular formula C5H10O3 and molecular weight 118.13100 g/mol.

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