3-Methylvaleryl chloride

Ref. 3D-BCA11672

Product Information

• Name: 3-Methylvaleryl chloride
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 3-Methylvaleryl chloride is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C8H18O2Cl. It is an organic acid that has been synthesized by the reaction of isobutyl alcohol and hydrochloric acid. 3-Methylvaleryl chloride has a hydroxyl group, which may be responsible for its ability to react with fatty acids to form carboxylic acid esters. This chemical also reacts with polyvinyl chloride to form vinyl chloride monomer and crotonic acid. 3-Methylvaleryl chloride can be used as a raw material for the production of other chemicals such as malonic acid and alicyclic compounds.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 134.6 g/mol
• Formula: C₆H₁₁ClO
• Purity: Min. 95%