Polyhydroxybutyrate
IUPAC: [4-oxo-4-(4-oxobutan-2-yloxy)butan-2-yl] 3-hydroxybutanoate
| Formula / Notation | C12H20O6 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 29435-48-1 |
| Molecular Weight | 260.28 |
| Also Known As | [4-oxo-4-(4-oxobutan-2-yloxy)butan-2-yl] 3-hydroxybutanoate; 29435-48-1; MFCD00148046; PHB;; DTXSID30951955; QLACRIKFZRFWRU-UHFFFAOYSA-N; Poly((R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate); NS00131192; 4-Oxo-4-[(4-oxobutan-2-yl)oxy]butan-2-yl 3-hydroxybutanoate; [1-methyl-3-(1-methyl-3-oxo-propoxy)-3-oxo-propyl] 3-hydroxybutanoate |
| Category | Polymers & Plastics |
What is Polyhydroxybutyrate?
Polyhydroxybutyrate (C12H20O6) is a polymer or plastic. It has a molecular weight of 260.28 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is [4-oxo-4-(4-oxobutan-2-yloxy)butan-2-yl] 3-hydroxybutanoate.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: [4-oxo-4-(4-oxobutan-2-yloxy)butan-2-yl] 3-hydroxybutanoate
Other Names / Synonyms: [4-oxo-4-(4-oxobutan-2-yloxy)butan-2-yl] 3-hydroxybutanoate; 29435-48-1; MFCD00148046; PHB;; DTXSID30951955; QLACRIKFZRFWRU-UHFFFAOYSA-N; Poly((R)-(-)-3-hydroxybutyrate); NS00131192; 4-Oxo-4-[(4-oxobutan-2-yl)oxy]butan-2-yl 3-hydroxybutanoate; [1-methyl-3-(1-methyl-3-oxo-propoxy)-3-oxo-propyl] 3-hydroxybutanoate
Properties & Characteristics
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
Polyhydroxybutyrate (C12H20O6) is a polymer or plastic. It has a molecular weight of 260.28 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is [4-oxo-4-(4-oxobutan-2-yloxy)butan-2-yl] 3-hydroxybutanoate.
Used in packaging, construction materials, automotive components, textiles, biomedical applications, and consumer products.
Generally low acute toxicity in solid form. Some can release hazardous fumes when heated or burned. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Polyhydroxybutyrate is: C12H20O6