ISOVALERIC ACID 99% (C005B-045053)

General description

Isovaleric acid, also known as 3-methylbutanoic acid, is commonly used for ester synthesis and as a building block in organic reactions. It is a volatile organic compound present in vinegar bait and is determined by solid phase microextraction. Isovaleric acid inhibits the synthesis of saturated fatty acids. It is a favorable carbon source for cell growth. Moreover, it is a promising odor indicator.

Application

Isovaleric acid inhibits the synthesis of saturated fatty acids.

Molecular Weight: 102.13. Empirical Formula: C₅H₁₀O₂. linearFormula: (CH₃)₂CHCH₂COOH. vapor pressure: 0.38 mmHg ( 20 °C). Quality Level: 200. Assay: 99%. form: liquid. autoignition temp.: 824 . °F. refractive index: n20/D 1.403 (lit.). bp: 175-177 . °C (lit.). mp: −. 29 . °C (lit.). density: 0.925 . g/mL . at 20 . °C (lit.). SMILES string: CC(C)CC(O): O. InChI: 1S/C5H10O2/c1-4(2)3-5(6)7/h4H,3H2,1-2H3,(H,6,7). InChI key: GWYFCOCPABKNJV-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Pictograms: GHS05. Signal Word: Danger. Hazard Statements: H314. Precautionary Statements: P280 - P301 + P330 + P331 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P304 + P340 + P310 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P363. Hazard Classifications: Eye Dam. 1 - Skin Corr. 1B. Storage Class Code: 8A - Combustible, corrosive hazardous materials. WGK: WGK 1. Flash Point(F): 176.0 °F - Pensky-Martens closed cup. Flash Point(C): 80 °C - Pensky-Martens closed cup. Personal Protective Equipment: Faceshields, Gloves, Goggles, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter.