Description

Methyl 3-hydroxyhexanoate (CAS No. 21188-58-9) is a high-purity ester compound with the molecular formula C₇H₁₄O₃. This clear to pale yellow liquid is widely utilized in organic synthesis, flavor and fragrance applications, and as a key intermediate in pharmaceutical research. Its IUPAC name, methyl 3-hydroxyhexanoate, reflects its structural composition featuring a hydroxyl group at the 3-position of the hexanoate backbone. With a FEMA No. 3508 designation, it is recognized as a safe flavoring agent by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA). Our product is rigorously tested for purity, stability, and consistency, ensuring optimal performance in research and industrial applications. Available in various packaging options to suit laboratory and bulk-scale needs.

Properties

• CAS Number: 21188-58-9
• Complexity: 101
• IUPAC Name: methyl 3-hydroxyhexanoate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H14O3/c1-3-4-6(8)5-7(9)10-2/h6,8H,3-5H2,1-2H3
• InChI Key: ACCRBMDJCPPJDX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 146.094294304
• Molecular Formula: C7H14O3
• Molecular Weight: 146.18
• SMILES: CCCC(CC(=O)OC)O
• Topological: 46.5
• Monoisotopic Mass: 146.094294304
• Physical Description: colourless to pale yellow liquid
• Boiling Point: 220.00 to 221.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
• Solubility: insoluble in water and fat
• Density: 0.994-1.010
• Refractive Index: 1.410-1.440
• Synonyms: Methyl 3-hydroxyhexanoate, Hexanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, methyl ester, FEMA No. 3508, 8H646ZUC4E, Methyl beta-hydroxycaproate, Methyl beta-hydroxyhexanoate, UNII-8H646ZUC4E, PINEAPPLE HYDROXYHEXANOATE, FEMA 3508, EINECS 244-261-0, DTXSID80864980, METHYL .BETA.-HYDROXYCAPROATE, METHYL .BETA.-HYDROXYHEXANOATE, METHYL 3-HYDROXYHEXANOATE [FHFI], Methyl-b-hydroxyhexanoate, Methyl-I2-hydroxyhexanoate, Methyl-beta-hydroxyhexanoate, Methyl-b-hydroxyhexanoic acid, Methyl 3-hydroxyhexanoic acid, Methyl-I2-hydroxyhexanoic acid, Methyl-beta-hydroxyhexanoic acid, DTXCID80813438, Methyl (A+-)-3-hydroxyhexanoic acid, (+-)-METHYL 3-HYDROXYHEXANOATE, METHYL 3-HYDROXYHEXANOATE, (+-)-, 244-261-0, accrbmdjcppjdx-uhfffaoysa-n, 21188-58-9, Methyl 3-hydroxycaproate, 3-hydroxyhexanoic acid methyl ester, Methyl3-hydroxycaproate, SCHEMBL1171425, CHEBI:173244, Methyl (+/-)-3-hydroxyhexanoate, BCP24425, MFCD00083583, AKOS015842809, Hexanoic acid,3-hydroxy-,methyl ester, Methyl 3-hydroxyhexanoate, >=97%, FG, (+/-)-METHYL 3-HYDROXYHEXANOATE, AS-58404, PD078192, DB-308403, HY-116632, CS-0066118, METHYL 3-HYDROXYHEXANOATE, (+/-)-, NS00050982, Methyl 3-hydroxyhexanoate, analytical standard, E75830, EN300-1845972, Q27270468

Application

Methyl 3-hydroxyhexanoate is primarily used as a flavor and fragrance ingredient due to its fruity, sweet, and slightly fatty odor profile. In organic chemistry, it serves as a versatile intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals. Researchers also employ it in metabolic studies and as a precursor for biodegradable polymers.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H318 (33.8%): Causes serious eye damage [Danger Serious eye damage/eye irritation]

Precautionary Statements

• P264+P265, P280, P305+P354+P338, and P317

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Eye Dam. 1 (33.8%)

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