Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate
Agent Name
Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate
CAS Number
2110-78-3
Formula
C5-H10-O3
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Methyl 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropionate; Methyl 2-methyllactate; Methyl alpha-hydroxyisobutyrate; Lactic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester (8CI); Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-, methyl ester; [ChemIDplus] UN1993
Category
Esters, Other
Description
Colorless liquid; [Acros Organics MSDS]
Comments
May cause irritation; Inhalation may cause CNS depression and cardiac disturbances; [Acros Organics MSDS] See "Butyl isobutyrate."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Flammable liquid, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: