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300-85-6

Name 3-HYDROXYBUTYRIC ACID
CAS 300-85-6
EINECS(EC#) 206-099-9
Molecular Formula C4H8O3
MDL Number MFCD00004546
Molecular Weight 104.1
MOL File 300-85-6.mol

Chemical Properties

Appearance CLEAR COLOURLESS TO LIGHT YELLOW VISCOUS LIQUID
Melting point  174-175℃
Boiling point  118-120 °C2 mm Hg(lit.)
density  1.126 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
refractive index  n20/D 1.443(lit.)
Fp  >230 °F
storage temp.  Refrigerator
solubility  ethanol: soluble50mg/mL, clear
form  Liquid
pka 4.36±0.10(Predicted)
color  Colorless
Water Solubility  Soluble in water, alcohol, ether
Sensitive  Hygroscopic
Merck  14,4816
BRN  773861
LogP -0.764 (est)
CAS DataBase Reference 300-85-6(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System Butanoic acid, 3-hydroxy- (300-85-6)

Safety Data

Hazard Codes  Xi
Risk Statements 
R36/37/38:Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin .
Safety Statements 
S26:In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice .
S36:Wear suitable protective clothing .
RIDADR  UN 3265 8 / PGII
WGK Germany  3
10
TSCA  Yes
HS Code  29181990

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