CAS 109-52-4
:Pentanoic acid
Description:
Pentanoic acid, also known as valeric acid, is a straight-chain saturated fatty acid with the molecular formula C5H10O2. It is characterized by a five-carbon chain with a carboxylic acid functional group (-COOH) at one end. This compound is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor reminiscent of rancid butter or cheese. Pentanoic acid is soluble in water, ethanol, and ether, which is typical for short-chain fatty acids. Its boiling point is relatively low compared to larger fatty acids, and it exhibits moderate acidity, with a pKa value indicating its ability to donate protons in solution. Pentanoic acid is used in various applications, including the synthesis of esters for flavoring and fragrance, as well as in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Additionally, it can be found naturally in some animal fats and plant oils. Safety considerations include its potential to cause irritation upon contact with skin or eyes, and proper handling is advised in laboratory and industrial settings.
Formula:C5H10O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C5H10O2/c1-2-3-4-5(6)7/h2-4H2,1H3,(H,6,7)
InChI key:InChIKey=NQPDZGIKBAWPEJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(C(O)=O)CCC
Synonyms:- 1-Butanecarboxylic acid
- Acide valerique
- Acido Valerico
- N-Valeriansaeure
- Nsc 406833
- Propylacetic acid
- Valerianic Acid, C5
- Valeriansaure
- Valeric Acid
- n-Pentanoic acid
- n-Valeric acid
- N-Pentanoic
- valerianic acid
- Pentanoic acid
- Butanecarboxylic Acid
- pentanoic acid
- VALERIC ACOD
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Found 18 products.
Valeric Acid
CAS:Formula:C5H10O2Purity:>98.0%(GC)(T)Color and Shape:Colorless to Light yellow clear liquidMolecular weight:102.13Valeric acid, 99%
CAS:Valeric acid, is used as a sex attractant of the sugar beet wireworm, Limonius californicus. It is used predominantly as an intermediate in the manufacture of flavors and perfumes, ester type lubricants, plasticizers and vinyl stabilizesrs. It is a food additive used as a synthetic flavoring substanFormula:C5H10O2Purity:99%Color and Shape:Liquid, Clear colorless or pale yellow to brownMolecular weight:102.13Valeric acid
CAS:Valeric acidFormula:C5H10O2Purity:99%Color and Shape:Liquid-ClearMolecular weight:102.1317Valeric acid
CAS:Formula:C5H10O2Purity:(GC) ≥ 98.5%Color and Shape:Clear, colourless to pale brown liquidMolecular weight:102.13Valeric Acid (Valproic Acid EP Impurity A)
CAS:Formula:C5H10O2Color and Shape:Colourless LiquidMolecular weight:102.13Pentanoic-3,3-d2 Acid
CAS:Formula:CH3CH2CD2CH2COOHPurity:98 atom % DColor and Shape:Colorless LiquidMolecular weight:104.08063Pentanoic-2,2-d2 Acid
CAS:Formula:CH3(CH2)2CD2COOHPurity:98 atom % DColor and Shape:Colorless LiquidMolecular weight:104.08063Pentanoic-d9 Acid
CAS:Formula:CD3(CD2)3COOHPurity:98 atom % DColor and Shape:Colorless LiquidMolecular weight:111.12457Pentanoic-4,4-d2 Acid
CAS:Formula:CH3CD2CH2CH2COOHPurity:98 atom % DColor and Shape:Colorless LiquidMolecular weight:104.08063Pentanoic Acid (Valeric Acid)
CAS:Controlled ProductFormula:C5H10O2Color and Shape:NeatMolecular weight:102.13Valeric Acid
CAS:Applications Valeric Acid is a reagent that is used in the biological studies of (D)-β-hydroxybutyrate which inhibits adipocyte lipolysis via the nicotinic acid receptor PUMA-G.
Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package
References Taggart, A.K.P., et al.: J. Bio. Chem., 280, 26649 (2005);Formula:C5H10O2Color and Shape:NeatMolecular weight:102.13n-Valeric Acid pure, C5-99% (GC)
CAS:Formula:C5H10O2Purity:min. 99%Color and Shape:Clear, Colourless, LiquidMolecular weight:102.13
