CAS 4374-62-3

2-Ethyl-3-hydroxypropionic acid

Description:

2-Ethyl-3-hydroxypropionic acid, with the CAS number 4374-62-3, is an organic compound characterized by its carboxylic acid functional group and a hydroxyl group. This compound features a three-carbon backbone with an ethyl substituent at the second carbon and a hydroxyl group at the third carbon, contributing to its unique properties. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on the temperature and purity. The presence of both the hydroxyl and carboxylic acid groups allows for hydrogen bonding, which can influence its solubility in water and other polar solvents. This compound is of interest in various chemical syntheses and may serve as an intermediate in the production of polymers, pharmaceuticals, or other fine chemicals. Its reactivity can be attributed to the acidic nature of the carboxylic group and the nucleophilic potential of the hydroxyl group, making it a versatile building block in organic chemistry. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as with all chemical substances.

Formula: C₅H₁₀O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C5H10O3/c1-2-4(3-6)5(7)8/h4,6H,2-3H2,1H3,(H,7,8)

InChI key: InChIKey=ZMZQVAUJTDKQGE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C(O)=O)(CC)CO

Synonyms:

• 2-(Hydroxymethyl)butans?ure
• 2-(hydroxymethyl)-Butyric acid
• 2-Ethyl-3-hydroxypropionic acid
• 2-Ethylhydracrylic acid
• 3-Hydroxy-2-Ethylpropanoic Acid
• 3-Hydroxy-2-ethylpropionic acid
• Acide 2-(hydroxyméthyl)butano?que
• Butanoic Acid, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-
• Butyric acid, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-
• b-Hydroxy-a-ethylpropionic acid
• beta-Hydroxy-alpha-ethylpropionic acid

2-(Hydroxymethyl)butanoic Acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 4374-62-3

Applications 2-(Hydroxymethyl)butanoic Acid was used as a substrate to study the activity of 2-methyl-3hydroxybutyryl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency in patients and carriers.
References Garcia-Villoria., J., et al.: Clin. Biochem., 42, 27 (2009);

Formula: C₅H₁₀O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 118.13

Ref: TR-H946455