Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate

About Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate

Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate is a metabolite / degradant standard carrying the CAS registry number 10237-77-1. With the molecular formula C5H10O3, it has a molar mass of 118.13 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 3-hydroxypentanoic acid. Common synonyms include 3-hydroxyvaleric acid and beta-Hydroxyvaleric acid.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Analytical teams use this compound to identify metabolites and degradants, to validate stability-indicating methods (AMV) and to support QC and regulatory filings. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Metabolite identification
Stability-indicating methods
Impurity profiling

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate
Catalogue No.	VQ-050211
CAS Number	10237-77-1
IUPAC name	3-hydroxypentanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₅H₁₀O₃
Molecular weight	118.13 g/mol
Exact mass	118.063
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	REKYPYSUBKSCAT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCC(CC(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	107802

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Synonyms	3-hydroxyvaleric acid, beta-Hydroxyvaleric acid, 3-hydroxy-pentanoic acid, Pentanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, rac-3-Hydroxypentanoic Acid, 3-hydroxy valeric acid, beta-Hydroxy-n-valerate, 3-ethyl hydroxy acrylic acid, beta-Hydroxyvalerate, b-Hydroxyvalerate, 3-hydroxy-Val, 3-hydroxy-Valerate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate?

The CAS Registry Number of Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate is 10237-77-1. It is also known as 3-hydroxyvaleric acid, beta-Hydroxyvaleric acid, 3-hydroxy-pentanoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate?

Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate has the molecular formula C5H10O3 and a molecular weight of 118.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-hydroxypentanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate can I order?

We supply Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate?

Yes. Every lot of Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Beta-Hydroxy Pentoate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.