CAS 5980-21-2

Pentanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-4-methyl-

Description:

Pentanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-4-methyl-, also known as 3-hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid, is a carboxylic acid characterized by its five-carbon chain and the presence of both a hydroxyl (-OH) group and a methyl (-CH3) group on the carbon backbone. This compound features a hydroxyl group at the third carbon and a methyl group at the fourth carbon, contributing to its unique properties. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor, and it is soluble in water due to the polar nature of the hydroxyl group. The presence of the carboxylic acid functional group imparts acidic properties, allowing it to participate in various chemical reactions, such as esterification and neutralization. Pentanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-4-methyl- is of interest in organic synthesis and may have applications in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, or as a biochemical intermediate. Its specific reactivity and applications can vary based on the context of use and the presence of other functional groups in a given reaction.

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₃

3-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic Acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 5980-21-2

Applications 3-Hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic Acid is isolated from Turkish tobacco leaves. It can be used to prepare 1,3-Polyol arrays via stereoselective rearrangement.
References Fukuzumi, T., et al.: Agri. Biol. Chem., 29, 967 (1965); Zhang, Y., et al.: Tetrahedron, 59, 8979 (2003)

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 132.16

Ref: TR-H947700