2-Hydroxyethyl 2-methylpropanoate

CAS: 6942-58-1

Ref. 3D-GAA94258

Product Information

• Name: 2-Hydroxyethyl 2-methylpropanoate
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 2-Hydroxyethyl 2-methylpropanoate is a fatty acid ester that has been used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of other chemicals. It can be synthesized by reacting a carboxylate with an alcohol, followed by hydrolysis. The reaction is exothermic, and the product has a lipophilic nature. This compound is often used in clinical applications because it is hydrophobic and can form polymers easily.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 132.16 g/mol
• Formula: C₆H₁₂O₃
• Purity: Min. 95%