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2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)propionic acid

2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)propionic acid chemical structure
CAS Number4767-03-7
FormulaN/A
Mol. Weight134.13 g/mol

What is 2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)propionic acid?

2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)propionic acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 4767-03-7. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)propionic acid was used in the synthesis and characterization studies of polyurethane dispersion modified with polymethylsiloxane (Si-PUD) and its nanocomposites incorporated with clays1.2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)propionic acid based dendrimers have potent applications as delivery systems for potent anticancer drugs such as cisplatin and doxorubicin, as well as agents for both boron neutron capture therapy and photodynamic therapy2.

Specifications

Linear Formula

(HOCH2)2C(CH3)COOH

Molecular Weight

134.13 g/mol

Assay/Purity

98%

Solubility

H2O: soluble
acetone: slightly soluble
benzene: insoluble
methanol: soluble

Safety Information

GHS07GHS07
Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H319-H335

Precautionary Statements

P261-P305 + P351 + P338

Required PPE

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

Melting Point

189-191 °C(lit.)

EC Number

225-306-3

WGK Germany

3

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Alternative Names & Synonyms

(HOCH2)2C(CH3)COOH