CAS Registry Number

CAS 498-36-2 — 2-Hydroxyisocaproic acid

2-Hydroxyisocaproic acid is an organic compound belonging to the family of hydroxy acids, primarily used as a building block in polymer synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediates, and as a chiral precursor in asymmetric synthesis. It is also employed in the production of biodegradable plastics and specialty chemicals. This chemical has a CAS number of 498-36-2, with the molecular formula (CH3)2CHCH2CH(OH)CO2H and a molecular weight of 132.16. It is safely stored at ambient conditions, though it carries a "Warning" signal word under standard hazard classifications. Molekula supplies 2-Hydroxyisocaproic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.