Isovaleric acid, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

A molecular entity capable of donating a hydron to an acceptor (Bronsted base). It is a favorable carbon source for cell growth. Moreover, it is a promising odor indicator.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
A molecular entity capable of donating a hydron to an acceptor (Bronsted base). It is a favorable carbon source for cell growth. Moreover, it is a promising odor indicator.

Solubility
Soluble in water 20°C 25 g/L. Soluble in ethanol, chloroform, ether.

Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents and bases. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 503-74-2
• Molecular Formula: C5H10O2
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 102.13
• MDL Number: MFCD00002726
• InChI Key: GWYFCOCPABKNJV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: isovaleric acid, isopentanoic acid, 3-methylbutyric acid, delphinic acid, isopropylacetic acid, butanoic acid, 3-methyl, isovalerianic acid, isobutylformic acid, 3-methylbutyrate, beta-methylbutyric acid
• PubChem CID: 10430
• ChEBI: CHEBI:28484
• IUPAC Name: 3-methylbutanoic acid
• SMILES: CC(C)CC(O)=O

• Melting Point: °C to 33°C
• Density: 0.937
• Boiling Point: 175°C to 177°C
• Flash Point: 70°C (158°F)
• Assay Percent Range: 0.98
• Refractive Index: 1.403
• Quantity: 250 mL
• UN Number: UN3265
• Beilstein: 1098522
• Merck Index: 14,5231
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water 20°C 25g/L. Soluble in ethanol,chloroform,ether.
• Formula Weight: 102.13
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Chemical Name or Material: Isovaleric acid

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• Isovaleric acid

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 B

Hazard Statement

• H314-Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
• H318-Causes serious eye damage.

Precautionary Statement

• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
• P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
• P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
• P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Isopentanoic acid

RUO – Research Use Only