Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate

2-羟基异丁酸甲酯

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. It is also known as methyl 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropionate, methyl α-hydroxyisobutyrate and 2-hydroxyisobutyric acid methyl ester. 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. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

2110-78-3

Jingsj CID

J-1569994-3

Molecular Formula

C₅H₁₀O₃

Chinese Name

2-羟基异丁酸甲酯

Molecular Weight

118.131 g/mol

Category

Organic Acids

Last updated

8/21/2026