| Molecular Formula | C5H8O3 |
| Molar Mass | 116.12 |
| Density | 1.237 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| Melting Point | 72-74 °C |
| Boling Point | 110-115 °C/0.2 mmHg (lit.) |
| Specific Rotation(α) | 56 º (c=3 in chloroform) |
| Flash Point | >230°F |
| Vapor Presure | 6.02E-05mmHg at 25°C |
| Appearance | clear liquid |
| Color | Colorless to Almost colorless |
| BRN | 1680284 |
| pKa | 14.12±0.10(Predicted) |
| Storage Condition | 2-8°C |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.471(lit.) |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | alpha:56 o (c=3 in chloroform) |
| Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant![]() |
| Risk Codes | 36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
| Safety Description | S23 - Do not breathe vapour. S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| HS Code | 29322090 |
| NIST chemical information | Information provided by: webbook.nist.gov (external link) |