Molekula
3-Hydroxypropanoic acid
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3-Hydroxypropanoic acid is a chemical intermediate used in the synthesis of various polymers and organic compounds. It has the CAS number 503-66-2, a molecular formula of C3H6O3, and a molecular weight of 90.08. The product requires storage at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius and carries a danger signal word. Molekula supplies 3-Hydroxypropanoic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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10 mg — £40.00 per pack ex VAT · £48.00 inc. VAT
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1 g — £75.80 per pack ex VAT · £90.96 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless liquid |
| Identification (RAMAN) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 110 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90029593 |
| CAS Number | 503-66-2 |
| IUPAC Name | 3-hydroxypropanoic acid |
| EC Number | 207-974-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C3H6O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 90.08 |
| Exact Mass | 90.0317 |
| SMILES | C(CO)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | ALRHLSYJTWAHJZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C3H6O3/c4-2-1-3(5)6/h4H,1-2H2,(H,5,6) |
| PubChem CID | 68152 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2918.19.9000 |
| Tariff Code | 2918199890 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302+332 Harmful if swallowed or inhaled
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 3-Hydroxypropanoate
- 3-Hydroxypropionic acid
- beta-hydroxypropionate
- beta-Hydroxypropionic acid
- beta-Lactic acid
- Ethylene lactic acid
- Glyceric acid, 2-deoxy-
- Hydracrylic acid
- hydroxypropionic acid
- Propanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-
Frequently asked questions
What is 3-Hydroxypropanoic acid used for?
3-Hydroxypropanoic acid is primarily used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of various polymers, plastics, and specialty chemicals.
What are the chemical formula and molecular weight of this product?
The chemical formula is C3H6O3 and the molecular weight is 90.08 g/mol.
How should 3-Hydroxypropanoic acid be stored?
This product should be stored under refrigerated conditions at 2 to 8 °C.
Can Molekula supply this product in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 3-Hydroxypropanoic acid in bulk quantities to meet your specific manufacturing or research requirements.
What documentation comes with the order?
Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full regulatory compliance.
What is the hazard classification for this product?
3-Hydroxypropanoic acid is classified with the signal word 'Danger' and should be handled according to the safety protocols outlined in the SDS.
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