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(S)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid

Also known as: L-Leucic acid, L-alpha-Hydroxyisocaproic acid, (S)-Leucic acid, (2S)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid, (S)-(-)-2-Hydroxyisocaproic acid, alpha-Hydroxyisocaproic acid

(S)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid (CAS 13748-90-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H12O3 and a molecular weight of 132.158 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 78-80ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 251.3±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 120.1±16.3 °C. It is listed by 1 supplier, from 1.80 to 1,800.00 CNY. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
13748-90-8
Jingsj CID
J-1519730-6
Molecular Formula
C6H12O3
Molecular Weight
132.158 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point78-80ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point251.3±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point120.1±16.3 °C
Exact Mass132.078644
PSA57.53000
LogP0.71
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.458
Storage Conditions-15°C

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918199090
Summary2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (S)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid?

The CAS number of (S)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid is 13748-90-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (S)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid?

(S)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid has molecular formula C6H12O3 and molecular weight 132.158 g/mol.

Which suppliers offer (S)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid?

1 supplier(s) listed; reference unit price ¥1.80–1800.00 /g.

Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(S)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid (CAS 13748-90-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1519730-6 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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