Ethyl (R)-(-)-4-cyano-3-hydroxybutyrate
Also known as: Ethyl (3R)-4-cyano-3-hydroxybutanoate, ATS-5, (R)-(-)-4-Cyano-3-hydroxybutyric acid ethyl ester, Ethyl (R)-4-cyano-3-hydroxybutanoate, (R)-(-)-Ethyl 4-cyano-3-hydroxybutyrate
Ethyl (R)-(-)-4-cyano-3-hydroxybutyrate (CAS 141942-85-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H11NO3 and a molecular weight of 157.167 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 325.6±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 150.7±23.7 °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.
- 141942-85-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-42378-9
- Molecular Formula
- C7H11NO3
- Molecular Weight
- 157.167 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 325.6±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 150.7±23.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 157.073898 |
| PSA | 70.32000 |
| LogP | -0.24 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.455 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2926909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2926909090 other nitrile-function compounds VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ethyl (R)-(-)-4-cyano-3-hydroxybutyrate?
The CAS number of Ethyl (R)-(-)-4-cyano-3-hydroxybutyrate is 141942-85-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl (R)-(-)-4-cyano-3-hydroxybutyrate?
Ethyl (R)-(-)-4-cyano-3-hydroxybutyrate has molecular formula C7H11NO3 and molecular weight 157.167 g/mol.
Is Ethyl (R)-(-)-4-cyano-3-hydroxybutyrate hazardous?
Ethyl (R)-(-)-4-cyano-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 Ethyl (R)-(-)-4-cyano-3-hydroxybutyrate?
For Ethyl (R)-(-)-4-cyano-3-hydroxybutyrate, Upstream Products: Ethyl 4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanoate, Ethanol, Ethyl 4-chloroacetoacetate; Downstream Products: (R)-4-Hydroxypiperidin-2-one, tert-Butyl (4R,6R)-6-(cyanomethyl)-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane-4-acetate, tert-Butyl acetoacetate.
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