4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid

Name: 4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008345

About 4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid, a carboxylic acid registered under CAS number 24923-76-0 with a typical assay of 97.64%. Formula C5H8O3, molecular weight 116.11 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 4-hydroxy-2-methylidenebutanoic acid. It is also known as 4-Hydroxy-2-methylene-Butanoic acid or Butyric acid, 4-hydroxy-2-methylene-.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-008345
CAS Number	24923-76-0
IUPAC name	4-hydroxy-2-methylidenebutanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₅H₈O₃
Molecular weight	116.11 g/mol
Exact mass	116.0473
Grade	Reference Standard
Purity / assay	97.64%
InChIKey	NJMYQRVWBCSLEU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C=C(CCO)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	169580

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-2-methylene-Butanoic acid, Butyric acid, 4-hydroxy-2-methylene-, Butanoic acid, 4-hydroxy-2-methylene-, starbld0047272, 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)acrylic acid #

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + 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 4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid is 24923-76-0. It is also known as 4-Hydroxy-2-methylene-Butanoic acid, Butyric acid, 4-hydroxy-2-methylene-, Butanoic acid, 4-hydroxy-2-methylene-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid?

4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid has the molecular formula C5H8O3 and a molecular weight of 116.11 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-hydroxy-2-methylidenebutanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid can I order?

We supply 4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid in Reference Standard (97.64%) grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid 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 4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Hydroxy-2-methylenebutanoic acid 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.