3-Hydroxypropionic acid (C3H6O3)

Q: What is the chemical formula of 3-Hydroxypropionic acid?

3-Hydroxypropionic acid has molecular formula C3H6O3. Molecular weight about 90.08 g·mol⁻¹.

Q: What is the CAS number of 3-Hydroxypropionic acid?

The CAS Registry Number for 3-Hydroxypropionic acid is 503-66-2.

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Target: 3-Hydroxypropionic acid
CAS: 503-66-2
Formula: C3H6O3
Approx. MW: 90.08
SMILES: O=C(O)CCO
PubChem CID: 68152
Approx. carbons: C3

3-Hydroxypropionic acid structure

Properties

IUPAC name: 3-hydroxypropanoic acid
Common names: 3-Hydroxypropionic acid; 503-66-2; 3-Hydroxypropanoic acid; Hydracrylic acid; beta-Hydroxypropionic acid; hydroxypropionic acid; Ethylene lactic acid; beta-Lactic acid; 3-Hydroxypropanoate; C4ZF6XLD2X
Molecular weight: 90.08
Exact mass: 90.03
InChIKey: ALRHLSYJTWAHJZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Melting point: < 25 °C

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FAQ

What is the chemical formula of 3-Hydroxypropionic acid?

3-Hydroxypropionic acid has molecular formula C3H6O3. Molecular weight about 90.08 g·mol⁻¹.

What is the CAS number of 3-Hydroxypropionic acid?

The CAS Registry Number for 3-Hydroxypropionic acid is 503-66-2.

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References & tools

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