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(R)-Glycidyl butyrate

Also known as: (2R)-Oxiran-2-ylmethyl butanoate, (2R)-2-Oxiranylmethyl butyrate, (R)-(-)-Glycidyl butanoate, (R)-Oxiran-2-ylmethyl butyrate, Butanoic acid, (2R)-oxiranylmethyl ester, MFCD00075120, Tedizolid Impurity 44

(R)-Glycidyl butyrate (CAS 60456-26-0) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H12O3 and a molecular weight of 144.168 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 196.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 85.0±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
60456-26-0
Jingsj CID
J-12334-3
Molecular Formula
C7H12O3
Molecular Weight
144.168 g/mol
Category
Esters
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point196.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point85.0±0.0 °C
Exact Mass144.078644
PSA38.83000
LogP1.29
Vapor Pressure0.4±0.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.444
Storage Conditions2-8℃
Additional Propertyinsoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

Irritant / Health HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915600000
Summary2915600000 butanoic acids and pentanoic acids and their salts and esters VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (R)-Glycidyl butyrate?

The CAS number of (R)-Glycidyl butyrate is 60456-26-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-Glycidyl butyrate?

(R)-Glycidyl butyrate has molecular formula C7H12O3 and molecular weight 144.168 g/mol.

Is (R)-Glycidyl butyrate hazardous?

(R)-Glycidyl butyrate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (R)-Glycidyl butyrate?

For (R)-Glycidyl butyrate, Upstream Products: Glycidyl butyrate, Butyric anhydride, (S)-Glycidol; Downstream Products: (5R)-3-(4-Bromo-3-fluorophenyl)-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxazolidin-2-one, Tedizolid, (S)-Glycidol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(R)-Glycidyl butyrate (CAS 60456-26-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-12334-3 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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