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Methyl (3S)-3-hydroxypentanoate

Also known as: (+)-Methyl (S)-3-hydroxypentanoate, (+)-Methyl (S)-3-hydroxyvalerate, (S)-(+)-Methyl 3-hydroxypentanoate, Methyl (S)-3-hydroxyvalerate, Methyl (S)-3-hydroxypentanoate, Methyl L-(S)-3-hydroxypentanoate, Pentanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, methyl ester, (3S)-

Methyl (3S)-3-hydroxypentanoate (CAS 42558-50-9) 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 203.9±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 80.9±12.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
42558-50-9
Jingsj CID
J-48751-4
Molecular Formula
C6H12O3
Molecular Weight
132.158 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point203.9±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point80.9±12.6 °C
Exact Mass132.078644
PSA46.53000
LogP-0.02
Vapor Pressure0.1±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.427

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918199090
Summary2918199090 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 (3S)-3-hydroxypentanoate?

The CAS number of Methyl (3S)-3-hydroxypentanoate is 42558-50-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl (3S)-3-hydroxypentanoate?

Methyl (3S)-3-hydroxypentanoate has molecular formula C6H12O3 and molecular weight 132.158 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl (3S)-3-hydroxypentanoate?

For Methyl (3S)-3-hydroxypentanoate, Upstream Products: Methyl 3-oxovalerate, Methanol, 3-Oxopentanoic acid; Downstream Products: (3S,6S)-2,7-dimethyloctane-3,6-diol, (3R,6R)-3,6-Octanediol, (3S,6S)-3,6-Octanediol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl (3S)-3-hydroxypentanoate (CAS 42558-50-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-48751-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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