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2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85%

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2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85% (CAS 583-91-5) supplier Zemixal. Request a quote with price, lead time and documents.

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2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85% chemical structure
CAS number583-91-5
FormulaC5H10O3S
Molar mass150.2 g/mol
Physical formCrystalline
HS code29332990
Purity85%
InChIKeyONFOSYPQQXJWGS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC name2-hydroxy-4-methylsulfanylbutanoic acid

About 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85%

2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85% is part of the Zemixal sulfur Compounds (Thiols, Sulfides, Sulfonates) range. Identity at a glance (85%): CAS 583-91-5, formula C5H10O3S and molar mass 150.2 g/mol. Typical appearance is white to beige powder or crystals.

Typical applications

  • Pharmaceutical synthesis
  • Organic synthesis

Safe handling

Classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315, H318, H335 and H412. Read the SDS before first use.

Available as 5 g, 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg. Larger or split packs can be arranged. Each lot travels with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

Typical uses

  • Pharmaceutical synthesis
  • Organic synthesis

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85%
Product name2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85%
Catalogue numberZX-009827
CAS number583-91-5
IUPAC name2-hydroxy-4-methylsulfanylbutanoic acid
Molecular formulaC5H10O3S
Molar mass150.2 g/mol
Exact mass150.0351
Purity / assay85%
Physical formCrystalline
AppearanceWhite to beige powder or crystals
XLogP30.2
H-bond donors / acceptors2 / 4
Topological polar surface area82.8 Ų
HS code29332990
InChIKeyONFOSYPQQXJWGS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESCSCCC(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID11427
Synonyms2-Hydroxy-4-methylthiobutyric acid, 2-Hydroxy-4-methylthiobutanoic acid, alpha-Hydroxy-gamma-methylmercaptobutyric acid, 4-methylthio-2-hydroxybutyrate, alpha-hydroxy-gamma-methylthiobutyrate, Desmeninol, 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butanoic acid, Butanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)-, MHA acid, 2-hydroxy-4-(methylsulfanyl)butanoic acid, MHA-FA, 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio) butanoic acid

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS05 Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Danger

  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H318Causes serious eye damage
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation
  • H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85%
5 gQuoted on request
25 gQuoted on request
100 gQuoted on request
1 kgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85%

Which CAS number identifies 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85%?
2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85% is registered under CAS 583-91-5. You may also see it listed as 2-Hydroxy-4-methylthiobutyric acid, 2-Hydroxy-4-methylthiobutanoic acid, alpha-Hydroxy-gamma-methylmercaptobutyric acid. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-009827.
What are the formula and molar mass of 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85%?
For 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85%, its formula is C5H10O3S and its molar mass is 150.2 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-hydroxy-4-methylsulfanylbutanoic acid. InChIKey ONFOSYPQQXJWGS-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85%?
This listing is 85% purity. Standard packs are 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85%?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85% to my country?
Yes. Because 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 85% is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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