2-Hydroxy-4-oxopentanoic acid
2-羟基-4-氧代戊酸
Also known as: Pentanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-4-oxo- (9CI), 2-Hydroxy-4-oxovaleric acid, Acetolactic acid, β-Acetolactic acid, 2-Hydroxy-4-oxo-valeriansaeure
2-Hydroxy-4-oxopentanoic acid (CAS 54031-97-9) 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. It is also known as Pentanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-4-oxo- (9CI), 2-Hydroxy-4-oxovaleric acid and Acetolactic acid. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 54031-97-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-1509533-6
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8O4
- Chinese Name
- 2-羟基-4-氧代戊酸
- Molecular Weight
- 132.11500 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-4-oxopentanoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-4-oxopentanoic acid is 54031-97-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxy-4-oxopentanoic acid?
2-Hydroxy-4-oxopentanoic acid has molecular formula C5H8O4 and molecular weight 132.11500 g/mol.
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