Ethyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate
Also known as: Ethyl α-hydroxyisobutyrate, Ethyl 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropionate, Ethyl 2-methyl-2-hydroxypropanoate, Ethyl 2-methyllactate, 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid ethyl ester, Ethyl alpha-hydroxyisobutyrate, 2-Methyllactic acid ethyl ester
Ethyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate (CAS 80-55-7) 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 132.158 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 152.1±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 44.4±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 80-55-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-42302-9
- Molecular Formula
- C6H12O3
- Molecular Weight
- 132.158 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 152.1±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 44.4±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 132.078644 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 0.16 |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.3±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.428 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- 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 Ethyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate?
The CAS number of Ethyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate is 80-55-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate?
Ethyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate has molecular formula C6H12O3 and molecular weight 132.158 g/mol.
Is Ethyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate hazardous?
Ethyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate?
For Ethyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, Upstream Products: Ethyl 2-bromoisobutyrate, Formaldehyde, Ethanol; Downstream Products: Ethyl 2-fluoro-2-methylpropanoate, Ethyl methacrylate, 2-methyl-2-[(5-trifluoromethylpyridin-2-yl)oxy]propionic acid.
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