3-Hydroxyglutaric acid
Also known as: 3-Hydroxypentanedioic acid, 2,4-Dideoxypentaric acid, 3-Hydroxyglutarate, 3-Hydroxy-pentanedioic acid, b-Hydroxyglutaric acid, Pentanedioic acid, 3-hydroxy-, 3HG
3-Hydroxyglutaric acid (CAS 638-18-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O5 and a molecular weight of 148.11400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 94-96ºC, a boiling point of 365ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.508g/cm3 and a flash point of 188.7ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 638-18-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-1971052-2
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8O5
- Molecular Weight
- 148.11400 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 94-96ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 365ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.508g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 188.7ºC |
| Exact Mass | 148.03700 |
| PSA | 94.83000 |
| Refractive Index | 1.519 |
| Storage Conditions | -20 °C |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Rosa RB, et al. Evidence that 3-hydroxyglutaric acid interacts with NMDA receptors in synaptic plasma membranes from cerebral cortex of young rats. Neurochem Int. 2004 Dec;45(7):1087-94. |
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 3-Hydroxyglutaric acid?
The CAS number of 3-Hydroxyglutaric acid is 638-18-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Hydroxyglutaric acid?
3-Hydroxyglutaric acid has molecular formula C5H8O5 and molecular weight 148.11400 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Hydroxyglutaric acid?
For 3-Hydroxyglutaric acid, Upstream Products: Dimethyl 3-hydroxyglutarate, Dimethyl 1,3-acetonedicarboxylate, Diethyl 3-hydroxyglutarate; Downstream Products: Diethyl 3-hydroxyglutarate, Glutaric acid, 3-Butenoic acid.
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