Methyl (S)-(+)-3-hydroxy-2-methylpropionate 98%

Synonyms: (+)-Methyl L-beta-hydroxyisobutyrate; (S)-(+)-3-Hydroxy-2-methylpropionic acid methyl ester

Molecular Formula: C5H10O3

Molecular Weight: 118.13

Linear Structural Formula: HOCH2CH(CH3)CO2CH3

MDL Number: MFCD00064520

Purity: 98%

Density: 1.071 g/mL at 25 C (lit.)

Refractive Index: n20/D 1.425 (lit.)

Application: Methyl (S)-(+)-3-hydroxy-2-methylpropionate may be used as a starting material in the total synthesis of (+)-discodermolide, a potent antimitotic agent.