What are the physical and chemical properties of (S)-Methyl 3-hydroxytetradecanoate (CAS: 76835-67-1)?

(S)-Methyl 3-hydroxytetradecanoate is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 250.38 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is relatively stable but can undergo ester hydrolysis in the presence of acids or bases. It has a melting point of about 65-67°C and a boiling point of approximately 285°C.