CAS 1187-82-2

(+)-2-Methylpentanoic acid

Description:

(+)-2-Methylpentanoic acid, also known as 2-methylvaleric acid, is a branched-chain carboxylic acid characterized by its five-carbon backbone with a methyl group attached to the second carbon. This compound is a colorless liquid at room temperature and possesses a distinct, pungent odor typical of fatty acids. It is soluble in organic solvents and exhibits limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic alkyl chain. The presence of the carboxylic acid functional group (-COOH) imparts acidic properties, allowing it to participate in various chemical reactions, including esterification and neutralization. As a chiral molecule, (+)-2-methylpentanoic acid exists in two enantiomeric forms, with the (+) designation indicating its specific optical activity. This compound is utilized in the synthesis of various esters and as a building block in organic chemistry, as well as in the flavor and fragrance industry. Its biological relevance includes potential applications in the study of metabolic pathways and as a precursor in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals.

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12O2/c1-3-4-5(2)6(7)8/h5H,3-4H2,1-2H3,(H,7,8)/t5-/m0/s1

InChI key: InChIKey=OVBFMEVBMNZIBR-YFKPBYRVSA-N

SMILES: [C@H](CCC)(C(O)=O)C

Synonyms:

• (S)-(+)-2-Methylvaleric acid
• Pentanoic acid, 2-methyl-, (S)-
• Pentanoic acid, 2-methyl-, (2S)-
• Valeric acid, 2-methyl-, (+)-
• (2S)-2-Methylpentanoic acid

Valproic Acid Impurity 33

CAS: 1187-82-2

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

Molecular weight: 116.16

Ref: 4Z-V-0660

(S)-2-Methylvaleric Acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 1187-82-2

Applications (S)-2-Methylvaleric Acid (cas# 1187-82-2) is a compound useful in organic synthesis.
Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 116.16

Ref: TR-M338520