2-Ketobutyric acid, 97%

Name: 2-Ketobutyric acid, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008254

About 2-Ketobutyric acid, 97%

2-Ketobutyric acid (CAS 600-18-0) is a carboxylic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of ≥97%. The compound has the formula C4H6O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 102.09 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-oxobutanoic acid. Common synonyms include α-Ketobutyric acid and Propionylformic acid.

It is supplied as a liquid to solid. Literature values give a melting point of 30-34 °C and a boiling point of 84 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Ketobutyric acid in 1 g, 5 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Ketobutyric acid, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008254
CAS Number	600-18-0
IUPAC name	2-oxobutanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₄H₆O₃
Molecular weight	102.09 g/mol
Exact mass	102.0317
Purity / assay	≥97%
HSN code	29183090
InChIKey	TYEYBOSBBBHJIV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCC(=O)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	58

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid to solid
Melting point	30-34 °C
Boiling point	84 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	54.4 Å²
Synonyms	α-Ketobutyric acid, Propionylformic acid, 2-oxobutyric acid, alpha-ketobutyric acid, 3-Methylpyruvic acid, Ketobutyrate, 2-oxobutyrate, 2-Ketobutanoic acid, Butyric acid, 2-oxo-, alpha-Oxo-n-butyric acid, alpha-oxobutyric acid, alpha-ketobutyrate

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 2-Ketobutyric acid, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Ketobutyric acid, 97% is 600-18-0. It is also known as α-Ketobutyric acid, Propionylformic acid, 2-oxobutyric acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Ketobutyric acid, 97%?

2-Ketobutyric acid, 97% has the molecular formula C4H6O3 and a molecular weight of 102.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-oxobutanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Ketobutyric acid, 97% can I order?

We supply 2-Ketobutyric acid, 97% in (≥97%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Ketobutyric acid, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Ketobutyric acid, 97% 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 2-Ketobutyric acid, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Ketobutyric acid, 97% 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.