methyl 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-3-oxobutanoate

2-羟基-2-甲基-3-氧代丁酸甲酯

Also known as: Methyl 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-3-oxobutyrate, Methyl α-acetolactate, Methyl alpha-acetolactate, 2-Hydroxy-2-methyl-3-oxobutanoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-3-oxobutyrate 98%, Butanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-3-oxo-, methyl ester

methyl 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-3-oxobutanoate (CAS 72450-34-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10O4 and a molecular weight of 146.14100 g/mol. It is also known as Methyl 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-3-oxobutyrate, Methyl α-acetolactate and Methyl alpha-acetolactate. Key properties include a melting point of 168-170ºC, a boiling point of 74-76ºC15 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.124 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 185 °F. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

72450-34-1

Jingsj CID

J-930373-5

Molecular Formula

C₆H₁₀O₄

Chinese Name

2-羟基-2-甲基-3-氧代丁酸甲酯

Molecular Weight

146.14100 g/mol

Category

Organic Acids

Last updated

8/21/2026