Name: 2-Methylvaleric Acid
Cas: 97-61-0
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Directory Guidance on 2-Methylvaleric Acid
Nature and Specifications
| MF: | C6H12O2 |
| MW: | 116.16 |
| EINECS: | 202-594-9 |
Basic Info
2-Methylpentanoic Acid (2-Methylpentanoic Acid, molecular Formula: C6H12O2, and CAS Number: 10242-62-1), is a short-chain straight-chain carboxylic, which belongs to the monocarboxylic acids class of organic compounds. Its structure is that a methyl group is attached to the second carbon of the main pentanoic chain (five-carbon acid carboxylic) to create a six-carbon skeleton (a-carbon branching), hence the name a-methylpentanoic. The liquid is colorless or light yellow at room temperature and has a spicy, pungent smell.
It is a by-product of microbial fat acid metabolism. It can be esterified (forming esters), reduced (converting into alcohols or aldehydes) and neutralized (forming salts). The branched structure of valeric acids causes their boiling point to be higher (about 196-197 degrees Celsius) and the steric hinderance effect to be higher. This characteristic influences its kinetics in the reaction.
Product Introduction
| Melting point | -85°C |
| Boiling point | 196-197 °C(lit.) |
| density | 0.931 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.414(lit.) |
| FEMA | 2754 | 2-METHYLVALERIC ACID |
| Fp | 196 °F |
| storage temp. | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
| solubility | 13g/l |
| pka | pK1:4.782 (25°C) |
| form | clear liquid |
| color | Colorless to Almost colorless |
| Odor | at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. sour cheese |
| Odor Type | cheesy |
| biological source | synthetic |
| explosive limit | 1.3-63%(V) |
| Water Solubility | Soluble in water(13g/L). |
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Uses in Chemical Synthesis
As an organic acid, 2-methylvaleric acid is often used as an intermediate in chemical synthesis and participates in the preparation of various compounds. For example, it can be combined with alcohols through esterification to form ester compounds, which are often used as solvents, plasticizers or fragrance precursors; in addition, its carboxyl and methyl structures enable it to participate in condensation reactions, oxidation reactions, etc., providing key structural units for the synthesis of drug molecules and fine chemicals, especially in the synthesis of branched carboxylic acid derivatives. It is irreplaceable.
Uses in the Field of Spices and Food Additives
In the spice industry, 2-methylvaleric acid and its ester derivatives are widely used because of their unique smell (usually showing fruity, creamy or fermented aroma). For example, it can be used to prepare edible flavors with flavors such as apples, bananas, and cream, and can also be used as a component of daily chemical flavors, used in perfumes, soaps, detergents and other products to enhance the olfactory experience of the product; at the same time, under the premise of meeting the standards for food additives, some of its derivatives can be used as food flavor enhancers to improve the taste and aroma level of food.
Uses in the Medical Field
In the medical field, 2-methylvaleric acid can be used as an intermediate in drug synthesis to prepare compounds with specific biological activities. For example, its branched structure helps to optimize the lipid solubility and bioavailability of drug molecules. In the research and development of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs or nervous system drugs, the metabolic rate and targeting of drugs can be regulated by introducing 2-methylvaleric acid structures; in addition, some derivatives with it as a precursor can also be used to study the mechanism of action of enzyme inhibitors and provide theoretical support for the development of new drugs.
Uses in the Agricultural Field
In the agricultural field, 2-methylvaleric acid can be used to synthesize plant growth regulators or pesticide intermediates. Its derivatives can promote crop growth and improve stress resistance (such as drought resistance and disease resistance) by regulating the hormone balance in plants; at the same time, in the synthesis of pesticides, its structure can be used as a carrier of active groups to enhance the adhesion and duration of pesticides and reduce pollution to the environment.
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