CAS 26073-09-6

Ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxopentanoate

Description:

Ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxopentanoate, with the CAS number 26073-09-6, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of esters. It is characterized by its ester functional group, which is derived from the reaction of an alcohol (in this case, ethanol) and a carboxylic acid. This compound features a five-carbon chain with a ketone functional group at the second position and a methyl group at the fourth position, contributing to its unique structural properties. Ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxopentanoate is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a fruity odor, making it potentially useful in flavoring and fragrance applications. It is soluble in organic solvents and has limited solubility in water. The compound may exhibit moderate volatility and can participate in various chemical reactions, including esterification and hydrolysis. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as with any chemical substance, to ensure proper precautions are taken.

Formula: C₈H₁₄O₃

InChI: InChI=1/C8H14O3/c1-4-11-8(10)7(9)5-6(2)3/h6H,4-5H2,1-3H3

InChI key: InChIKey=MGSWAHQQBHNCEI-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• Ethyl 2-oxo-4-methylpentanoate
• Ethyl 4-Methyl-2-Oxopentanoate
• Ethyl α-ketoisocaproate
• Pentanoic acid, 4-methyl-2-oxo-, ethyl ester
• Valeric acid, 4-methyl-2-oxo-, ethyl ester
• Ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxovalerate
• 2-Oxo-4-methylvaleric acid ethyl ester
• 2-Oxo-4-methylpentanoic acid ethyl ester
• 4-Methyl-2-oxovaleric acid ethyl ester

Ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxopentanoate

CAS: 26073-09-6

Formula: C₈H₁₄O₃

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 158.1950

Ref: IN-DA002RL7

Ethyl 4-methyl-2-oxopentanoate

CAS: 26073-09-6

Formula: C₈H₁₄O₃

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid, No data available.

Molecular weight: 158.197

Ref: 10-F209237

Ethyl α-Ketoisocaproate-d7

Controlled Product

CAS: 26073-09-6

Applications Ethyl α-Ketoisocaproate-d7 is an intermediate in the synthesis of 4-Methyl-2-oxovaleric Acid-d7 Sodium Salt (M326428). Labelled 4-Methyl-2-oxovaleric Acid, an α-ketomonocarboxylic acid that triggers insulin release by acting upon receptor sites which differ from those occupied by amino acids. 4-Methyl-2-oxovaleric Acid is an intermediate in the metabolism of Leucine.
References Panten, U. et al.: Naun.-Schmied. Arch. Pharmacol., 291, 405 (1975); Vague, P. et al.: Diab. Metab., 1, 185 (1975); Francois, G. et al.: Lancet, 1, 858 (1984)

Formula: C₈D₇H₇O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 165.238

Ref: TR-E945647