2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98%

Name: 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008251

About 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid in Synthesis grade, a carboxylic acid registered under CAS number 594-61-6, specified at 98% purity. The compound has the formula C4H8O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 104.1 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanoic acid. Common synonyms include 2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropionic acid and 2-Methyllactic acid.

The material typically appears as white to almost white powder or solid or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 76-80 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span organic synthesis, polymer and resin production and battery and energy materials. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and batteries and energy storage.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg and 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Polymer & resin production
Battery & energy materials

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008251
CAS Number	594-61-6
IUPAC name	2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₄H₈O₃
Molecular weight	104.1 g/mol
Exact mass	104.0473
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29181990
InChIKey	BWLBGMIXKSTLSX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	11671

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to almost white powder or solid or crystals
Melting point	76-80 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropionic acid, 2-Methyllactic acid, Acetonic acid, alpha-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, Hydroxydimethylacetic acid, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-, Lactic acid, 2-methyl-, alpha-Hydroxyisobutanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-propanoic acid, alpha-Hydroxy-alpha-methylpropanoic acid, a-hydroxyisobutyric acid, l-2-methyllactate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, 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 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98% is 594-61-6. It is also known as 2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropionic acid, 2-Methyllactic acid, Acetonic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98%?

2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98% has the molecular formula C4H8O3 and a molecular weight of 104.1 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98% can I order?

We supply 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98% 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-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid, 98% 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.