(R)-(-)-3-Hydroxyisobutyric acid methyl ester

(R)-(-)-3-羟基异丁酸甲酯

Also known as: (R)-(-)-3-Hydroxy-2-methylpropionic acid methyl ester, Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxy-2-methylpropionate, Methyl (2R)-3-hydroxy-2-methylpropanoate, (R)-Roche ester, Roche ester, D(-)-beta-Hydroxyisobutyric acid methyl ester, (-)-Methyl D-beta-hydroxyisobutyrate, MFCD00063450

(R)-(-)-3-Hydroxyisobutyric acid methyl ester (CAS 72657-23-9) 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 (R)-(-)-3-Hydroxy-2-methylpropionic acid methyl ester, Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxy-2-methylpropionate and Methyl (2R)-3-hydroxy-2-methylpropanoate. Key properties include a boiling point of 175.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 81.1±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

72657-23-9

Jingsj CID

J-29222-7

Molecular Formula

C₅H₁₀O₃

Chinese Name

(R)-(-)-3-羟基异丁酸甲酯

Molecular Weight

118.131 g/mol

Category

Organic Acids

Last updated

8/21/2026