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2,2-Dimethylheptanoic acid is a carboxylic acid that is also known as 2,2-dimethylpentanoic acid. It has the molecular formula of C8H16O2. This compound is an isomer of hexanoic acid and heptanoic acid. 2,2-Dimethylheptanoic acid is used in the production of lubricating oils and can be produced by the hydrogenation of fatty acids or glycerol. It also acts as an antioxidant, which protects polyunsaturated fats from oxidation.
2,2-Dimethylheptanoic acid has a boiling point of 150°C and a melting point of -62°C. It has a density of 0.891 g/cm3 at 20°C and a refractive index of 1.468 at 20°C. The colorless liquid can be found in the form of an oily liquid with a strong odor at room temperature.
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