CAS 646-07-1

Isocaproic acid

Description:

Isocaproic acid, also known as 2-methylpentanoic acid, is a branched-chain fatty acid with the molecular formula C6H12O2. It is characterized by its carboxylic acid functional group, which imparts acidic properties. Isocaproic acid is typically a colorless liquid with a distinctive odor, often described as cheesy or rancid. It is soluble in organic solvents and exhibits limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic alkyl chain. This compound is primarily used in the synthesis of esters for flavoring and fragrance applications, as well as in the production of various chemical intermediates. Isocaproic acid can be found in certain natural sources, including some dairy products, where it contributes to flavor profiles. Additionally, it has applications in the pharmaceutical industry and in the manufacture of surfactants. Safety considerations include its potential to cause skin and eye irritation, necessitating appropriate handling measures in laboratory and industrial settings.

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

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

InChI key: InChIKey=FGKJLKRYENPLQH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• 4,4-Dimethylbutanoic acid
• 4-Methylpentanoic Acid
• 4-Methylvaleriansaure
• 4-Methylvaleric Acid
• Acide 4-methylvalerique
• Acido 4-Metilvalerico
• Isobutylacetic acid
• Isocaproic acid
• Isohexanoic acid
• Isohexoic acid
• Nsc 4126
• Valeric acid, 4-methyl-
• 4-methylpentanoate
• 646-07-1
• Pentanoic acid, 4-methyl-
• 4-methyl-n-valeric acid
• Pentanoic acid, 4-methyl-
• 4-methyl-Valeric acid

4-Methylvaleric Acid

CAS: 646-07-1

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

Purity: >97.0%(GC)(T)

Color and Shape: Colorless to Light yellow clear liquid

Molecular weight: 116.16

Ref: 3B-M0750

4-Methylvaleric acid, 99%

CAS: 646-07-1

4-Methylvaleric acid has been used in asymmetric synthesis of (4S)-4-isopropyl-3-[(2?S)-2?,4?-dimethyl-valeryl)]-2-oxazolidinone. It is a versatile building block used in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical and biologically active compounds, including inhibitors and antagonists. It is involved i

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

Purity: 99%

Color and Shape: Liquid, Clear colorless

Molecular weight: 116.16

Ref: 02-A15405

4-Methylpentanoic acid, 10mM (in DMSO)

CAS: 646-07-1

4-Methylpentanoic acid, 10mM (in DMSO)

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

Purity: ≥98%, 10 mM in DMSO

Molecular weight: 116.16

Ref: 54-BUP19266

4-Methylvaleric acid

CAS: 646-07-1

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 116.1583

Ref: IN-DA003LT3

4-Methylpentanoic Acid-d12

CAS: 116287-57-1, 646-07-1

Formula: (CD₃)₂CDCD₂CD₂COOD

Purity: 98 atom % D

Color and Shape: Colorless Liquid

Molecular weight: 128.15905

Ref: 3U-D5819

4-Methylpentanoic-d11 Acid

CAS: 344298-98-2, 646-07-1

Formula: (CD₃)₂CDCD₂CD₂COOH

Purity: 98 atom % D

Color and Shape: Colorless Liquid

Molecular weight: 127.15277

Ref: 3U-D2369

4-Methylvaleric Acid (Isocaproic Acid)

Controlled Product

CAS: 646-07-1

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 116.16

Ref: 86-MM0863.10

4-Methylvaleric acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 646-07-1

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 116.16

Ref: 04-CA15147400

4-Methylpentanoic acid (Standard)

CAS: 646-07-1

4-Methylpentanoic acid (Standard) is a reference standard for research and analysis in studies involving 4-Methylpentanoic acid. 4-Methylpentanoic acid (Isocaproic Acid) is a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) and a metabolite of 20 alpha-hydroxycholesterol.

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 116.16

Ref: TM-TMSM-3343

4-Methylpentanoic acid

CAS: 646-07-1

4-Methylpentanoic acid

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 116.16

Ref: IN-DG2985

4-Methylpentanoic acid

CAS: 646-07-1

4-Methylpentanoic acid (Isocaproic Acid) is a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) and a metabolite of 20 alpha-hydroxycholesterol.

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

Purity: 99.26%

Color and Shape: Transparent Liquid

Molecular weight: 116.16

Ref: TM-T19138

4-Methylpentanoic acid

CAS: 646-07-1

4-Methylpentanoic acid

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

Purity: 99%

Color and Shape: Light Brown Liquid

Molecular weight: 116.15828

Ref: 54-OR40421

4-Methylpentanoic acid

CAS: 646-07-1

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Clear

Molecular weight: 116.16

Ref: 10-F002770

4-Methylvaleric Acid-d7

Controlled Product

CAS: 646-07-1

Applications 4-Methylvaleric Acid-d7 is an intermediate in synthesizing Isohexanol-d7 (I819617), a labelled Isohexanol (I819615). Isohexanol is used as a cosmetic compound with an antimicrobial effect especially deodorants.
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: C₆H₅D₇O₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 123.2

Ref: TR-M338547