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2-Hydroxyhexanoic acid Structure

2-Hydroxyhexanoic acid

Chemical Properties

Melting point 60-62 °C(lit.)
Boiling point 277.83°C (rough estimate)
Density  1.0160 (rough estimate)
refractive index  1.4828 (estimate)
Flash point >230 °F
storage temp.  −20°C
solubility  Methanol (Slightly), Water (Slightly)
form  Solid
pka 3.86±0.21(Predicted)
color  White to Off-White

Safety Information

WGK Germany  3

Usage And Synthesis

Preparation Products And Raw materials

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