| Identification |
| Name: | 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid |
| Synonyms: | 2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropionic acid; 2-Methyllactic acid |
| CAS: | 594-61-6 |
| EINECS: | 209-848-8 |
| Molecular Formula: | C4H8O3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 104.10452 |
| InChI: | InChI=1S/C4H8O3/c1-4(2,7)3(5)6/h7H,1-2H3,(H,5,6) |
| Molecular Structure: |
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| Properties |
| Transport: | HAZARD |
| Flash Point: | 114 oC/12mm |
| Density: | 11412 |
| Stability: | Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. |
| Water Solubility: | 1900 g/l (soluble in methanol, diethyl ether,sparingly soluble inbenzene) AUTOIGNITION |
| Solubility: | 1900 g/l (soluble in methanol, diethyl ether,sparingly soluble inbenzene) AUTOIGNITION |
| Appearance: | white to off-white crystalline powder |
| HS Code: | 29181980 |
| Flash Point: | 114 oC/12mm |
| Storage Temperature: | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. Refrigerator (approx 4 C). |
| Safety Data |
| Hazard Symbols |
Xi:Irritant
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