2-Hydroxy-2,3-dimethylbutanoic acid
[CAS# 3639-20-1]

Identification

• Name: 2-Hydroxy-2,3-dimethylbutanoic acid
• Synonyms: 2-Hydroxy-2,3-dimethylbutyric acid
• Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₂O₃
• Molecular Weight: 132.16
• CAS Registry Number: 3639-20-1
• EC Number: 836-312-6

Properties

• Density: 1.100
• Melting point: 60-65 °C
• Boiling point: 242 °C
• Flash point: 115 °C

Safety Data

Hazard Classification

Hazard	Class	Category Code	Hazard Statement
Serious eye damage	Eye Dam.	1	H318
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure	STOT SE	3	H335
Skin irritation	Skin Irrit.	2	H315