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Methyl DL-2-Hydroxy-3-butenoate

Also known as: methyl 2-hydroxybut-3-enoate, 3-Butenoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, methyl ester, Methyl 2-hydroxy-3-butenoate, methyl vinylglycolate, Methyl DL-2-Hydroxy-3-butenoate, methyl 2-hydroxy but-3-enoate

Methyl DL-2-Hydroxy-3-butenoate (CAS 5837-73-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O3 and a molecular weight of 116.11500 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 64ºC 10mm, a density of 1.11 g/cm3 and a flash point of 64.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5837-73-0
Jingsj CID
J-46974-9
Molecular Formula
C5H8O3
Molecular Weight
116.11500 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point64ºC 10mm
Density1.11 g/cm3
Flash Point64.4ºC
Exact Mass116.04700
PSA46.53000
Refractive Index1.437

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl DL-2-Hydroxy-3-butenoate?

The CAS number of Methyl DL-2-Hydroxy-3-butenoate is 5837-73-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl DL-2-Hydroxy-3-butenoate?

Methyl DL-2-Hydroxy-3-butenoate has molecular formula C5H8O3 and molecular weight 116.11500 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl DL-2-Hydroxy-3-butenoate?

For Methyl DL-2-Hydroxy-3-butenoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Fructose, Glycolaldehyde; Downstream Products: 2-Oxobutanoic acid, Methyl 4-bromocrotonate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl DL-2-Hydroxy-3-butenoate (CAS 5837-73-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-46974-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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