| Molecular Formula | C5H10O3 |
| Molar Mass | 118.13 |
| Density | 1.221g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
| Melting Point | −16°C(lit.) |
| Boling Point | 164-166°C20mm Hg(lit.) |
| Flash Point | >230°F |
| Water Solubility | Soluble in water. |
| Vapor Presure | 0.446Pa at 25℃ |
| Appearance | powder to crystal |
| Color | White to Almost white |
| BRN | 1747025 |
| pKa | 4.55±0.10(Predicted) |
| Storage Condition | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.5215(lit.) |
| Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant![]() |
| Risk Codes | R36 - Irritating to the eyes R41 - Risk of serious damage to eyes R37/38 - Irritating to respiratory system and skin. |
| Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection |
| WGK Germany | 1 |
| RTECS | KM2975000 |
| FLUKA BRAND F CODES | 3-13-23 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| LogP | -0.02 |
| NIST chemical information | Information provided by: webbook.nist.gov (external link) |
| EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |