(R)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid
Also known as: (R)-Leucic acid, D-Leucic acid, D-2-Hydroxyisocaproic acid, D-α-Hydroxyisocaproic acid, (2R)-2-hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid, (R)-2-hydroxy-4-methylvaleric acid
(R)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid (CAS 20312-37-2) 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 132.15800 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 673.6ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.763g/cm3 and a flash point of 375.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 20312-37-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1973400-0
- Molecular Formula
- C6H12O3
- Molecular Weight
- 132.15800 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 673.6ºC at 760mmHg |
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| Density | 1.763g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 375.2ºC |
| Exact Mass | 132.07900 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | 0.47800 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.00324mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.457 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Buck, S. B., et al. Total Synthesis and Anti-Tubulin Activity of Epi-C3 Analogues of Cryptophycin-24. Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 2004. 47(14), 3697–3699. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918199090 |
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| 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)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid?
The CAS number of (R)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid is 20312-37-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid?
(R)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid has molecular formula C6H12O3 and molecular weight 132.15800 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (R)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid?
For (R)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid, Upstream Products: D-Leucine, Sodium 4-methyl-2-oxopentanoate, tert-Butyl (R)-2-hydroxy-4-methylpentanoate.
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