2-Hydroxy-2-Methylbutyric Acid CAS 3739-30-8

Purity >95%In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.3739-30-8
Molecular FormulaC5H10O3
Molecular Weight118.13 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

2-Hydroxy-2-Methylbutyric Acid CAS 3739-30-8 chemical structure

Description

The assigned purity is verified by mass-balance and quantitative NMR (qNMR) approaches, with the expanded uncertainty reported at a 95% confidence level (k=2). Batch homogeneity and stability are independently assessed for every lot.

2-Hydroxy-2-Methylbutyric Acid (CAS 3739-30-8), molecular formula C5H10O3 and molecular weight 118.13 g/mol, is a CATO reference standard with documented purity and traceability.

Structurally, 2-Hydroxy-2-Methylbutyric Acid (C5H10O3) contains a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage. The molecule exhibits a degree of unsaturation (DBE) of 1.0, corresponding to approximately 1 ring(s) or double-bond equivalent(s). With a molecular weight of 118.13 g/mol, it falls into the low-molecular-weight range.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC5H10O3
Molecular Weight118.13 g/mol
Purity>95%
StorageStore at 2-8°C, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO, water
StabilityHygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)1.0
CAS Registry Year (est.)1958

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