Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate
Also known as: Methyl (R)-3-hydroxybutyrate, Methyl (3R)-3-hydroxybutanoate, (R)-(-)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid methyl ester, (R)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid methyl ester, (R)-(-)-3-Hydroxy-n-butyric acid methyl ester, Methyl D-(R)-3-hydroxybutyrate, D-3-Hydroxybutyric acid methyl ester, Butanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, methyl ester, (3R)-, Methyl 3-hydroxybutanoate, Methyl 3-hydroxybutyrate
Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate (CAS 3976-69-0) 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. Key properties include a boiling point of 161.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.055 and a flash point of 71.7±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 3976-69-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-39867-4
- Molecular Formula
- C5H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 118.131 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 161.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.055 |
| Flash Point | 71.7±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 118.062996 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | -0.55 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.8±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.420 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate?
The CAS number of Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate is 3976-69-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate?
Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate has molecular formula C5H10O3 and molecular weight 118.131 g/mol.
Is Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate hazardous?
Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate?
For Methyl (R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate, Upstream Products: Methyl acetoacetate, Ethyl acetoacetate, Methanol; Downstream Products: D-Allothreonine, L-Threonine, (R)-3-Hydroxybutanoic acid.
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