| Formula / Notation | C3H4O4 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 141-82-2 |
| Molecular Weight | 104.06 |
| Melting Point | 276.1 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 284 °F at 760 mmHg (decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.63 (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Malonic acid appears as white crystals or crystalline powder. Sublimes in vacuum. (NTP, 1992) |
| Also Known As | propanedioic acid; 141-82-2; Dicarboxymethane; Carboxyacetic acid; Methanedicarboxylic acid; malonate; Kyselina malonova; USAF EK-695; 1,3-Propanedioic acid; 9KX7ZMG0MK |
| Category | Acids |
What is Malonic acid?
Malonic acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid in which the two carboxy groups are separated by a single methylene group. It has a role as a human metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of a malonate(1-).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: propanedioic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: propanedioic acid; 141-82-2; Dicarboxymethane; Carboxyacetic acid; Methanedicarboxylic acid; malonate; Kyselina malonova; USAF EK-695; 1,3-Propanedioic acid; 9KX7ZMG0MK
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 276.1 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 284 °F at 760 mmHg (decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.63 (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 104.06 |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Malonic acid appears as white crystals or crystalline powder. Sublimes in vacuum. (NTP, 1992) |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Malonic acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid in which the two carboxy groups are separated by a single methylene group. It has a role as a human metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of a malonate(1-).
Used in industrial chemical synthesis, fertilizer production, battery electrolytes, metal processing, and laboratory acid-base reactions.
Corrosive. Causes severe burns to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and lab coat. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Malonic acid is: C3H4O4