Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95%

Name: Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008862

About Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95%

Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate is an ester carrying the CAS registry number 2110-78-3 with a typical assay of 95%. The compound has the formula C5H10O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 118.13 g/mol. Systematically, it is named methyl 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanoate. It is also known as Methyl α-hydroxyisobutyrate or Methyl 2-methyllactate.

It is supplied as a clear colourless to yellow liquid. Literature values give a boiling point of 137 °C and a density of 1.023 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate in 25 g, 100 g and 500 g 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	Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008862
CAS Number	2110-78-3
IUPAC name	methyl 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanoate
Molecular formula	C₅H₁₀O₃
Molecular weight	118.13 g/mol
Exact mass	118.063
Purity / assay	95%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	XYVQFUJDGOBPQI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)(C(=O)OC)O
PubChem CID	75024

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Clear colourless to yellow liquid
Boiling point	137 °C
Density	1.023 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	46.5 Å²
Synonyms	Methyl α-hydroxyisobutyrate, Methyl 2-methyllactate, Methyl alpha-hydroxyisobutyrate, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-, methyl ester, 2-Hydroxyisobutyric Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropionate, Methyl2-hydroxyisobutyrate, methyl, A-hydroxyisobutyrate, methyl 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-propanoate, Lactic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester, Methyl .alpha.-hydroxyisobutyrate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Corrosive

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H318Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P264 + P265, P280, P303 + P361 + P353, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P370 + P378, P403 + P235, 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 Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95%?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95% is 2110-78-3. It is also known as Methyl α-hydroxyisobutyrate, Methyl 2-methyllactate, Methyl alpha-hydroxyisobutyrate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95%?

Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95% has the molecular formula C5H10O3 and a molecular weight of 118.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95% can I order?

We supply Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95% in (95%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95%?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95% 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 Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate, 95% 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.