CAS Registry Number

CAS 6168-83-8 — S)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid

(S)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid is a naturally occurring beta-hydroxy acid and key metabolic intermediate in ketone bodies, widely used in biochemical research, metabolic studies, and as a precursor for polymer synthesis. It serves as a standard in lipid metabolism research and a building block for biodegradable plastics. This chemical has a CAS number of 6168-83-8, with no signal word indicated for hazard classification. It is typically provided as a white crystalline solid, soluble in water and organic solvents. Molekula supplies (S)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.