Methyl 2-hydroxyhexanoate
Single-component
Also known as
Methyl 2-hydroxyhexanoate, 68756-64-9, Hexanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, methyl ester, Methyl 2-hydroxy-hexanoate, EINECS 272-141-8, Methyl 2-hydroxycaproate, Methyl 2-hydroxyhexanoate #, SCHEMBL149523, DTXSID20988457, 2-Hydroxycaproic acid methyl ester, 2-Hydroxycaproic acid, methyl ester, AKOS011496121, Hexanoic acid, 4-hydroxy-, methyl ester
What it is
Methyl 2-hydroxyhexanoate is an alpha-hydroxy ester characterized by its clear liquid appearance at room temperature. This specialty chemical serves as a functional intermediate owing to the presence of both hydroxyl and ester groups within its molecular structure.
Common Uses
Applications include its use as a building block in the synthesis of specialized organic compounds and fine chemicals. It is commonly used in research and development processes where precise molecular precursors are required for material functionalization.
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