Synonym(s): 2-Ketobutyric acid; α-Ketobutyric acid; Propionylformic acid
Empirical Formula: C4H6O3
Linear Formula: CH3CH2COCOOH
Formula Weight: 102.09
MDL Number: MFCD00004164
Purity: ≥95%
Boiling Point: 84 °C/20 mmHg(lit.)
Melting Point: 30-34 °C(lit.)
Storage: −20°C
Beilstein Registry Number: 1700514
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard statements: H315-H319-H335
Precautionary statements: P261-P305 + P351 + P338
Risk Statements (Europe): 36/37/38
Safety Statements (Europe): 26-36/37/39
Hazard Codes (Europe): Xi