DL-Glyceric Acid
Also known as: Glyceric acid, 2,3-Dihydroxypropanoic acid, 2,3-Dihydroxypropionic acid, Propanoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy-, β-Hydroxylactic acid, α,β-Dihydroxypropionic acid, DL-2,3-Dihydroxypropionic Acid, Glyceric acid, DL-, C00258
DL-Glyceric Acid (CAS 473-81-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H6O4 and a molecular weight of 106.077 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of <25ºC, a boiling point of 412.0±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 217.1±21.1 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 473-81-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-37503-1
- Molecular Formula
- C3H6O4
- Molecular Weight
- 106.077 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | <25ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 412.0±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 217.1±21.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 106.026611 |
| PSA | 77.76000 |
| LogP | -1.92 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.515 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8°C |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Rashed MS, et al. Chiral liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry in the determination of the configuration of glyceric acid in urine of patients with D-glyceric and L-glyceric acidurias. Biomed Chromatogr. 2002 May;16(3):191-8. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of DL-Glyceric Acid?
The CAS number of DL-Glyceric Acid is 473-81-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of DL-Glyceric Acid?
DL-Glyceric Acid has molecular formula C3H6O4 and molecular weight 106.077 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of DL-Glyceric Acid?
For DL-Glyceric Acid, Upstream Products: Glycerol, Glycidol, sucrose; Downstream Products: Hydroxypyruvic acid, Methyl (2S)-2,3-dihydroxypropanoate, (S)-Methyl 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-carboxylate.
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