Category:
Intermediates&Fine Chemicals
CAS NO:
72657-23-9
Standard:
In-house Standards,
| Product Name: | (R)-methyl 3-hydroxy-2-methylpropanoate | ||
| Product Code: | TYO116 | ||
| Cas No.: | 72657-23-9 | ||
| Molecular Formula: | C5H10O3 | ||
| Molecular Weight: | 118.1311 | ||
| Aliases: | (-)-Methyl D-beta-hydroxyisobutyrate | ||
(R)-methyl 3-hydroxy-2-methylpropanoate is a chiral ester intermediate primarily synthesized via enzymatic resolution or asymmetric hydrogenation. Its molecular formula is C5H10O3 and CAS number is 146897-66-5.
Store in a cool, dry place under inert atmosphere to prevent hydrolysis. Personnel must wear appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles due to potential skin irritation. Not approved for direct clinical use without further processing.