Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (2S)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid (CAS: 13748-90-8)?
Answer
(2S)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid is a colorless crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 146.18 g/mol. It has a pKa of 2.7 and is moderately soluble in water. The compound shows limited reactivity under normal conditions but can undergo esterification and amide formation. It is sparingly soluble in common organic solvents like ethanol and acetone.
About
CAS No
13748-90-8
English Name
(2S)-2-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C6H12O3
Molecular Weight
132.16 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)C[C@H](O)C(=O)O
InChIKey
LVRFTAZAXQPQHI-YFKPBYRVSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-23 10:23
