(E)-4-Hydroxybut-2-enoic acid

(E)-4-羟基-2-丁烯酸

Also known as: (E)-4-Hydroxy-2-butenoic acid, (E)-4-Hydroxycrotonic acid, 4-Hydroxy-but-2-enoic acid, trans-4-Hydroxy-2-butenoic acid, trans-4-Hydroxycrotonic acid, trans-gamma-Hydroxycrotonic acid, RARECHEM AK ML 0533

(E)-4-Hydroxybut-2-enoic acid (CAS 24587-49-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H6O3 and a molecular weight of 102.08900 g/mol. It is also known as (E)-4-Hydroxy-2-butenoic acid, (E)-4-Hydroxycrotonic acid and 4-Hydroxy-but-2-enoic acid. Key properties include a boiling point of 338.7ºC at 760 mmHg and a flash point of 172.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
24587-49-3
Jingsj CID
J-1493930-9
Molecular Formula
C4H6O3
Chinese Name
(E)-4-羟基-2-丁烯酸
Molecular Weight
102.08900 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point338.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Flash Point172.9ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (E)-4-Hydroxybut-2-enoic acid?

The CAS number of (E)-4-Hydroxybut-2-enoic acid is 24587-49-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (E)-4-Hydroxybut-2-enoic acid?

(E)-4-Hydroxybut-2-enoic acid has molecular formula C4H6O3 and molecular weight 102.08900 g/mol.

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