Synonym(s): α-Ketovaleric acid; 2-Oxopentanoic acid
Empirical Formula: C5H8O3
Linear Formula: CH3CH2CH2COCOOH
Formula Weight: 116.12
MDL Number: MFCD00066435
Purity: ≥98.0% (T)
Boiling Point: 88-90 °C/12 mmHg(lit.)
Melting Point: 7-9 °C(lit.)
Density: 1.110 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
Storage: 2-8°C
Beilstein Registry Number: 635884
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
Hazard Codes (Europe): Xi