Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate
Also known as: methyl 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropionate, methyl α-hydroxyisobutyrate, 2-hydroxyisobutyric acid methyl ester, 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanoic acid methyl ester, methyl hydroxyisobutyrate, Methyl 2-methyllactate, alpha-Hydroxyisobutyric acid methyl ester, MFCD00004457
Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate (CAS 2110-78-3) 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 118.131 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 134.7±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 36.8±6.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2110-78-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1569994-2
- Molecular Formula
- C5H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 118.131 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 134.7±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 36.8±6.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 118.062996 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | -0.37 |
| Vapor Pressure | 3.5±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.422 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918199090 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 Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate?
The CAS number of Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate is 2110-78-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate?
Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate has molecular formula C5H10O3 and molecular weight 118.131 g/mol.
Is Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate hazardous?
Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate?
For Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 2-Hydroxyisobutyramide, 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid; Downstream Products: Hydroxyflutamide, Methacrylic acid, Methyl methacrylate.
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