3-hydroxybutyric acid (C4H8O3)

3-hydroxybutyric acid (C4H8O3; CAS 300-85-6) is a practical retrosynthesis target. 3-hydroxybutyric acid presents a C4 framework, a carboxylic acid. Open AI route search in one click below.

Target: 3-hydroxybutyric acid
CAS: 300-85-6
Formula: C4H8O3
Approx. MW: 104.10
SMILES: CC(O)CC(=O)O
PubChem CID: 441
Approx. carbons: C4

3-hydroxybutyric acid structure

Properties

Molecular weight: 104.10

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FAQ

What is the chemical formula of 3-hydroxybutyric acid?

3-hydroxybutyric acid has molecular formula C4H8O3. Molecular weight about 104.10 g·mol⁻¹.

What is the CAS number of 3-hydroxybutyric acid?

The CAS Registry Number for 3-hydroxybutyric acid is 300-85-6.

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References & tools

ChemicalTool Reaction — AI retrosynthesis with optional library evidence.
PubChem — compound identifiers and structure depictions (NIH/NCBI).
Related: AiZynthFinder / synthesis planning literature for computer-aided retrosynthesis.