Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-1,3-propanediol (CAS: 77-85-0)?
Answer
2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-1,3-propanediol (CAS: 77-85-0) is widely used in pharmaceuticals as a building block for drug synthesis, in the production of polyurethanes and resins for industrial applications, and in food additives as a stabilizer. It is also utilized in research for the development of new materials and chemical intermediates.
About
CAS No
77-85-0
English Name
2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-1,3-propanediol
Molecular Formula
C5H12O3
Molecular Weight
120.15 g/mol
SMILES
CC(CO)(CO)CO
InChIKey
QXJQHYBHAIHNGG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
