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(Z)-2,3-dihydroxyprop-2-enal

Also known as: 2,3-Dihydroxy-2-propenal, 2-Propenal,2,3-dihydroxy-, ACROLEIN, 2,3-DIHYDROXY-, 2-hydroxymalondialdehyde, Hydroxymethylenglykolaldehyd, hydroxymalonaldehyde, triose reductone, 2,3-dihydroxy-propenal

(Z)-2,3-dihydroxyprop-2-enal (CAS 636-38-4) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H4O3 and a molecular weight of 88.06210 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 274ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.38g/cm3 and a flash point of 133.8ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
636-38-4
Jingsj CID
J-1515258-7
Molecular Formula
C3H4O3
Molecular Weight
88.06210 g/mol
Category
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point274ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.38g/cm3
Flash Point133.8ºC
Exact Mass88.01600
PSA57.53000
LogP0.14270
Refractive Index1.51

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (Z)-2,3-dihydroxyprop-2-enal?

The CAS number of (Z)-2,3-dihydroxyprop-2-enal is 636-38-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (Z)-2,3-dihydroxyprop-2-enal?

(Z)-2,3-dihydroxyprop-2-enal has molecular formula C3H4O3 and molecular weight 88.06210 g/mol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(Z)-2,3-dihydroxyprop-2-enal (CAS 636-38-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1515258-7 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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