Pyruvic acid
Also known as: 2-Oxopropanoic acid, 2-Oxopropionic acid, 2-Ketopropionic acid, Acetylformic acid, Pyroracemic acid, α-Ketopropionic acid
Pyruvic acid (CAS 127-17-3) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H4O3 and a molecular weight of 88.062 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 11-12 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 165.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 54.3±15.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 127-17-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-44580-1
- Molecular Formula
- C3H4O3
- Molecular Weight
- 88.062 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 11-12 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 165.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 54.3±15.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 88.016045 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | -1.24 |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.417 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Kładna A, et al. Reactivity of pyruvic acid and its derivatives towards reactive oxygen species. Luminescence. 2015 Nov;30(7):1153-8. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 29335995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Pyruvic acid?
The CAS number of Pyruvic acid is 127-17-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Pyruvic acid?
Pyruvic acid has molecular formula C3H4O3 and molecular weight 88.062 g/mol.
Is Pyruvic acid hazardous?
Pyruvic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Pyruvic acid?
For Pyruvic acid, Upstream Products: Methacrylic acid, propylene glycol, Methylglyoxal; Downstream Products: Hydroxypyruvic acid, Formic Acid, Glycolic acid.
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