(±)-2-hydroxybutyric acid
Also known as: Butanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (±)-, 2-Hydroxybutanoic acid, 2-Hydroxybutyric acid, DL-2-Hydroxybutanoic acid, DL-α-Hydroxybutyric acid, α-Hydroxybutyric acid, (RS)-2-Hydroxybutyric acid, (±)-2-Hydroxy-n-butyric acid, NSC 6495, α-Hydroxy-n-butyric acid, α-Hydroxybutanoic acid, DL-2-Hydroxybutyric Acid
(±)-2-hydroxybutyric acid (CAS 600-15-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H8O3 and a molecular weight of 104.104 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 44ºC, a boiling point of 238.3±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 112.2±16.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 600-15-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-47038-2
- Molecular Formula
- C4H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 104.104 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 44ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 238.3±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 112.2±16.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 104.047340 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | -0.17 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.455 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Landaas S, et al. The formation of 2-hydroxybutyric acid in experimental animals. Clin Chim Acta. 1975 Jan 6;58(1):23-32. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918199090 |
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| 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 (±)-2-hydroxybutyric acid?
The CAS number of (±)-2-hydroxybutyric acid is 600-15-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (±)-2-hydroxybutyric acid?
(±)-2-hydroxybutyric acid has molecular formula C4H8O3 and molecular weight 104.104 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (±)-2-hydroxybutyric acid?
For (±)-2-hydroxybutyric acid, Upstream Products: 2-Oxobutanoic acid, Sodium 2-hydroxybutyrate, 2-Bromobutyric acid; Downstream Products: (S)-2-Hydroxybutyric acid, Ethyl 2-hydroxybutyrate, 2-Oxobutanoic acid.
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