Description
Methyl 3-hydroxypivalate (CAS No. 14002-80-3) is a high-purity ester compound with the molecular formula C6H12O3, widely utilized in pharmaceutical synthesis, specialty chemicals, and advanced material research. This product, also known as methyl 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropanoate, is characterized by its hydroxyl and ester functional groups, making it a versatile intermediate for organic transformations. With a purity grade suitable for laboratory and industrial applications, it is rigorously tested via GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure consistency and reliability. Ideal for researchers requiring precise chemical building blocks, this compound is supplied in secure, tamper-evident packaging with detailed technical documentation, including SDS and CoA.
Properties
- CAS Number: 14002-80-3
- Complexity: 107
- IUPAC Name: methyl 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-propanoate
- InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12O3/c1-6(2,4-7)5(8)9-3/h7H,4H2,1-3H3
- InChI Key: KJRFTNVYOAGTHK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 132.078644241
- Molecular Formula: C6H12O3
- Molecular Weight: 132.16
- SMILES: CC(C)(CO)C(=O)OC
- Topological: 46.5
- Monoisotopic Mass: 132.078644241
- Synonyms: 14002-80-3, Methyl 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropanoate, Methyl 3-hydroxypivalate, Propanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-, methyl ester, DKS6ZV8KFW, 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropionic acid methyl ester, EINECS 237-805-3, AI3-28360, DTXSID30161214, 3-HYDROXY-2,2-DIMETHYLPROPANOIC ACID METHYL ESTER, DTXCID0083705, 237-805-3, Hydroxypivalic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl 2,2-dimethyl-3-hydroxypropionate, Methyl Hydroxypivalate, MFCD00009707, 2,2-Dimethyl-3-hydroxypropionic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl-2.2-dimethyl-3-hydroxy-propionate, 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-propionic acid methyl ester, methyl hydroxylpivalate, methyl 2,2-dimethyl-3-hydroxypropanoate, Methyl 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-propanoate, UNII-DKS6ZV8KFW, hydroxypivalic methyl ester, SCHEMBL276298, SCHEMBL12230935, AB7536, AKOS015999457, CS-W013414, GS-3700, methyl 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropionate, AC-29209, FM140586, methyl 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethyl-propionate, SY001211, DB-042503, methyl 2,2-dimethyl-3–hydroxy-propanoate, Methyl 3-hydroxy-2,2-dimethylpropanoate #, H0906, NS00024537, EN300-158922, Methyl 2,2-dimethyl-3-hydroxypropionate, 98%, METHYL, 2,2-DIMETHYL-3-HYDROXYPROPIONATE, METHYL 2-(HYDROXYMETHYL)-2-METHYLPROPANOATE
Application
Methyl 3-hydroxypivalate serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of chiral compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is also employed in the manufacture of specialty polymers and coatings, where its hydroxyl group enables cross-linking reactions. Additionally, this ester finds use in fragrance and flavor industries due to its mild, ester-like odor profile.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H315 (50%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (75%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (50%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract 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, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Irrit. 2 (50%)
- Eye Irrit. 2A (75%)
- STOT SE 3 (50%)
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