5-Phenoxyvaleric Acid

Ref. 3D-HAA17040

Product Information

• Name: 5-Phenoxyvaleric Acid
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 5-Phenoxyvaleric Acid (5PA) is an amide that has been shown to be a substrate for the biotransformations of filamentous fungi. It can be produced by the demethylation of valeric acid or by the epoxidation of 2,6-dihydroxynaphthalene. 5PA has been shown to have a high cholesterol lowering effect in rats and is used as an additive in foods. 5PA has also been used in biochemical studies as a substrate for amide and azaarenes.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 194.23 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₁H₁₄O₃
• Purity: Min. 95%