ethyl 2-hydroxypentanoate

2-羟基戊酸乙酯

Also known as: Pentanoic acid,2-hydroxy-, ethyl ester, ethyl 2-hydroxyvalerate, ethyl α-hydroxyvalerate, DL-α-hydroxyvaleric acid ethyl ester, DL-ethyl-α-hydroxy valerate, ethyl (+/-)-2-hydroxyvalerate, ethyl-DL-2-hydroxyvalerate, NSC 53939, EINECS 230-066-8, MFCD00042730

ethyl 2-hydroxypentanoate (CAS 6938-26-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H14O3 and a molecular weight of 146.18400 g/mol. It is also known as Pentanoic acid,2-hydroxy-, ethyl ester, ethyl 2-hydroxyvalerate and ethyl α-hydroxyvalerate. Key properties include a boiling point of 190ºC, a density of 0.983 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 61ºC. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

6938-26-7

Jingsj CID

J-20406-2

Molecular Formula

C₇H₁₄O₃

Chinese Name

2-羟基戊酸乙酯

Molecular Weight

146.18400 g/mol

Category

Organic Acids

Last updated

8/21/2026