Category:
Intermediates&Fine Chemicals
CAS NO:
503-66-2
Standard:
In-house Standards,
3-Hydroxypropionic acid (CAS 503-76-2, C3H6O3) is a versatile beta-hydroxy carboxylic acid primarily synthesized via biological fermentation of glycerol or propylene oxidation. It serves as a critical intermediate for acrylic acid derivatives.
Requires storage in corrosion-resistant containers at temperatures below 25°C. Strict PPE usage is mandatory due to skin irritation risks; not approved for direct human pharmaceutical use.