(R)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid
Also known as: (R)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid, D-(-)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid, D-3-Hydroxybutyric acid, (R)-β-Hydroxybutyric acid, D-beta-Hydroxybutyric acid
(R)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid (CAS 625-72-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H8O3 and a molecular weight of 104.10500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 49-50ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 269.2ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.195 g/cm3 and a flash point of 112ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 625-72-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-1970284-2
- Molecular Formula
- C4H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 104.10500 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 49-50ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 269.2ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.195 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 112ºC |
| Exact Mass | 104.04700 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| Refractive Index | 1.455 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Ide T. Enzymatic-HPLC method to analyze D-3-hydroxybutyric acid in rat serum. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2010;74(8):1578-82. |
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 (R)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid?
The CAS number of (R)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid is 625-72-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid?
(R)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid has molecular formula C4H8O3 and molecular weight 104.10500 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (R)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid?
For (R)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid, Upstream Products: Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate, Sodium (R)-3-hydroxybutanoate, Ethyl (R)-3-hydroxybutyrate; Downstream Products: Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate, (2R,5R)-2,5-Hexanediol, (E)-2-Butenoic acid.
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