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CAS 584-93-0

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2-Bromopentanoic acid

Description:
2-Bromopentanoic acid is a halogenated carboxylic acid characterized by the presence of a bromine atom at the second carbon of a five-carbon pentanoic acid chain. Its molecular formula is C5H9BrO2, and it features a carboxylic acid functional group (-COOH) that imparts acidic properties. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its state at room temperature. It is soluble in organic solvents and exhibits moderate solubility in water due to the polar nature of the carboxylic acid group. The presence of the bromine atom enhances its reactivity, making it useful in organic synthesis, particularly in the formation of various derivatives and in nucleophilic substitution reactions. 2-Bromopentanoic acid can also serve as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. As with many halogenated compounds, it is important to handle it with care due to potential toxicity and environmental concerns.
Formula:C5H9BrO2
InChI:InChI=1S/C5H9BrO2/c1-2-3-4(6)5(7)8/h4H,2-3H2,1H3,(H,7,8)
InChI key:InChIKey=WMFATTFQNRPXBQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(CCC)(C(O)=O)Br
Synonyms:
  • (2R)-2-bromopentanoate
  • (2S)-2-bromopentanoate
  • (2S)-2-bromopentanoic acid
  • (S)-2-Bromovaleric Acid
  • (±)-α-Bromopentanoic acid
  • 2-Bromo-N-Valeric Acid
  • 2-Bromo-Pentanoicacid
  • 2-Bromopentanoic (Valeric) Acid
  • 2-Bromopentanoic Acid
  • 2-Bromovalericacid
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