CAS 53663-30-2
:3-methylheptanoic acid
Description:
3-Methylheptanoic acid is a branched-chain fatty acid characterized by its seven-carbon backbone with a methyl group attached to the third carbon. This compound is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature and has a distinctive fatty odor. It is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic nature. The molecular formula of 3-methylheptanoic acid is C8H16O2, and it features a carboxylic acid functional group, which imparts acidic properties. This substance is used in various applications, including as a flavoring agent, in the synthesis of esters, and in the production of surfactants and lubricants. Its branched structure contributes to its unique physical and chemical properties, such as lower melting and boiling points compared to straight-chain fatty acids of similar molecular weight. Additionally, 3-methylheptanoic acid can undergo typical reactions of carboxylic acids, including esterification and oxidation, making it a versatile compound in organic chemistry.
Formula:C8H16O2
InChI:InChI=1/C8H16O2/c1-3-4-5-7(2)6-8(9)10/h7H,3-6H2,1-2H3,(H,9,10)
Synonyms:- heptanoic acid, 3-methyl-
- 3-METHYLHEPTANOIC ACID
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3-Methylheptanoic acid
CAS:<p>3-Methylheptanoic acid is an achiral, volatile fatty acid that is found in the urine and feces of mammals. It has been shown to be a potent skatole inducer, and is capable of producing abdominal pain. 3-Methylheptanoic acid has also been shown to bind competitively to the receptor site for dimer (2,3-dimethoxy-5-methylphenol) in the antennae of cockroaches and other insects. This binding inhibits electroantennographic responses, which are used as a measure of insect activity. 3-Methylheptanoic acid can be used as an indicator for orthophosphoric acid in chemical analysis. The optical rotation of this compound is determined by its configuration at the asymmetric carbon atom. This functional group allows 3-methylheptanoic acid to act as an antiseptic and germicide when it reacts with water or dilute acids to form orthophosph</p>Formula:C8H16O2Purity:Min. 95%Molecular weight:144.21 g/mol
