2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutanoic acid

2-乙基-2-羟基丁酸

Also known as: 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutyric acid, 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutanoate, 2-hydroxy-2-ethylbutanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-ethylbutyric acid, 2,2-diethylglycolic acid, diethoxalic acid, Butanoic acid, 2-ethyl-2-hydroxy-, MFCD00004183

2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutanoic acid (CAS 3639-21-2) 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 132.15800 g/mol. It is also known as 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutyric acid, 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutanoate and 2-hydroxy-2-ethylbutanoic acid. Key properties include a melting point of 78-82ºC, a boiling point of 251.3ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.103g/cm3 and a flash point of 120.1ºC. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3639-21-2
Jingsj CID
J-7732-9
Molecular Formula
C6H12O3
Chinese Name
2-乙基-2-羟基丁酸
Molecular Weight
132.15800 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point78-82ºC
Boiling Point251.3ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.103g/cm3
Flash Point120.1ºC

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutanoic acid?

The CAS number of 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutanoic acid is 3639-21-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutanoic acid?

2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutanoic acid has molecular formula C6H12O3 and molecular weight 132.15800 g/mol.

Is 2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutanoic acid hazardous?

2-ethyl-2-hydroxybutanoic acid has GHS signal word Warning.

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