| Description | 2-Hydroxy-2-methylbutyric acid is an unusual metabolite found in the urine of patients with 2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria and maple syrup urine disease. |
| molecular weight | 118.13 |
| Molecular formula | C5H10O3 |
| CAS | 3739-30-8 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: 20 mg/mL (169.31 mM) |
| References | 1. Dekant W, et al. Biotransformation of MTBE, ETBE, and TAME after inhalation or ingestion in rats and humans. Res Rep Health Eff Inst. 2001 May;(102):29-71; discussion 95-109. |