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2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid

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2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid chemical structure
CAS number617-31-2
FormulaC5H10O3
Molar mass118.13 g/mol
Physical formSolid
HS code38229090
InChIKeyJRHWHSJDIILJAT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC name2-hydroxypentanoic acid

About 2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid

Analytical teams working on Prazosin use 2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid as a qualified comparison standard. Key data (Reference Standard): CAS 617-31-2, formula C5H10O3 and molar mass 118.13 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Typical applications

  • Metabolite identification
  • Stability-indicating methods
  • Impurity profiling

Storage and safety notes

Hazard communication follows GHS (Danger: H315, H318 and H335). Our SDS lists exposure controls and first-aid measures.

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Reference standards for Prazosin

See every impurity, metabolite and related compound we list for this API.

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Typical uses

  • Metabolite identification
  • Stability-indicating methods
  • Impurity profiling

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of 2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid
Product name2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid
Catalogue numberZX-036022
CAS number617-31-2
IUPAC name2-hydroxypentanoic acid
Molecular formulaC5H10O3
Molar mass118.13 g/mol
Exact mass118.063
GradeReference Standard
Physical formSolid
XLogP30.4
H-bond donors / acceptors2 / 3
Topological polar surface area57.5 Ų
HS code38229090
InChIKeyJRHWHSJDIILJAT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESCCCC(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID98009
Synonyms2-Hydroxyvaleric acid, Pentanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, DL-2-hydroxy valeric acid, 2-hydroxyvalericacid, Hydroxyvaleric acid, 2-hydroxy-pentanoate, Pentanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (+-)-, alpha-hydroxyvaleric 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

Precautionary statements P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, 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-Hydroxypentanoic Acid
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25 mgQuoted on request
50 mgQuoted on request
100 mgQuoted on request

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Questions about 2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid

Which CAS number identifies 2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid?
2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid is registered under CAS 617-31-2. You may also see it listed as 2-Hydroxyvaleric acid, Pentanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, DL-2-hydroxy valeric acid. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-036022.
What are the formula and molar mass of 2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid?
For 2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid, its formula is C5H10O3 and its molar mass is 118.13 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-hydroxypentanoic acid. InChIKey JRHWHSJDIILJAT-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
How is 2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid used in pharmaceutical QC?
2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid is a characterised reference material linked to Prazosin. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.
What grade and pack sizes are available for 2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid?
This listing is Reference Standard grade. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with 2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid?
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-Hydroxypentanoic Acid to my country?
Yes. Because 2-Hydroxypentanoic Acid 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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