CAS 105-43-1: 3-Methylpentanoic acid

Description: 3-Methylpentanoic acid, with the CAS number 105-43-1, is a branched-chain carboxylic acid characterized by its five-carbon backbone and a methyl group located at the third carbon. This compound has a molecular formula of C6H12O2 and features a carboxyl functional group (-COOH), which imparts acidic properties. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature, exhibiting a characteristic odor. The substance is soluble in organic solvents and has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic hydrocarbon chain. 3-Methylpentanoic acid is known for its applications in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of esters and as a building block in the synthesis of various chemical compounds. Its structural configuration contributes to its unique reactivity and physical properties, making it of interest in both industrial and research settings. Additionally, it may be involved in metabolic pathways and can be found in certain natural products. Safety precautions should be observed when handling this compound, as it may cause irritation to the skin and eyes.

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12O2/c1-3-5(2)4-6(7)8/h5H,3-4H2,1-2H3,(H,7,8)

InChI key: InChIKey=IGIDLTISMCAULB-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O=C(O)CC(C)CC

Synonyms:

• (3R)-3-methylpentanoate
• (3S)-3-methylpentanoate
• (3S)-3-methylpentanoic acid
• 2-Methylbutane-1-carboxylic acid
• 3-Methyl pentanoic acid
• 3-Methyl-n-valeric acid
• 3-Methylvaleric acid
• Butylacetic acid, sec-
• DL-3-Methylvaleric acid
• FEMA No. 3437
• Pentanoic acid, 3-methyl-
• Valeric acid, 3-methyl-
• Valeric acid, β-methyl-
• beta-Methylvaleric acid
• β-Methylvaleric acid
• 3-Methylpentanoic acid

3-Methylvaleric Acid

CAS: 105-43-1

• Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂
• Purity: >98.0%(GC)(T)
• Color and Shape: Colorless to Almost colorless clear liquid
• Molecular weight: 116.16

3-Methylvaleric acid, 99%

CAS: 105-43-1

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• Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂
• Purity: 99%
• Color and Shape: Liquid, Clear colorless
• Molecular weight: 116.16

3-Methylvaleric Acid

CAS: 105-43-1

• Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂
• Purity: 95%
• Color and Shape: Liquid
• Molecular weight: 116.1583

3-Methylpentanoic acid

CAS: 105-43-1

• Purity: 98+%
• Color and Shape: Liquid
• Molecular weight: 116.16g/mol

(±)-3-Methylpentanoic-d11 Acid[(±)-3-Methylvaleric Acid]

CAS: 105-43-1

• Formula: CD₃CD₂CD(CD₃)CD₂COOH
• Purity: 99 atom % D
• Color and Shape: Colorless Liquid
• Molecular weight: 127.15277

3-Methylpentanoic acid

CAS: 105-43-1

• Purity: 97.0%
• Color and Shape: Liquid
• Molecular weight: 116.16000366210938

3-Methylvaleric Acid

CAS: 105-43-1

3-Methylvaleric Acid: edible flavor in tobacco; boosts cAMP and CRE-luciferase in CHO-K1/HEK293 cells.

• Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂
• Purity: 100%
• Color and Shape: Less Liquid With A Stench Colorless Liquid With A Stench
• Molecular weight: 116.16

3-methylpentanoic acid

CAS: 105-43-1

• Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂
• Color and Shape: Colourless
• Molecular weight: 116.16

3-Methylpentanoic-d11 acid

CAS: 105-43-1

Versatile small molecule scaffold

• Formula: C₆HD₁₁O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Molecular weight: 127.23 g/mol