2-Methylvaleric acid, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

(R,S)-2-methylvaleric acid is an intermediate in the synthesis of branched-chain. 2-Methylpentanoic acid (2-Methylvaleric acid) was used as an internal standard for gas chromatographic analysis of microbial end products.

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Applications
(R,S)-2-methylvaleric acid is an intermediate in the synthesis of branched-chain. 2-Methylpentanoic acid (2-Methylvaleric acid) was used as an internal standard for gas chromatographic analysis of microbial end products.

Solubility
Soluble in water(13g/L).

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

Specifications

• Melting Point: -85°C
• Density: 0.93
• Boiling Point: 196°C to 197°C
• Flash Point: 91°C (195°F)
• Odor: Unpleasant
• Refractive Index: 1.414
• Quantity: 100 g
• UN Number: UN3265
• Beilstein: 1720655
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water(13g/L).
• Formula Weight: 116.16
• Percent Purity: ≥98%
• Chemical Name or Material: 2-Methylvaleric acid

RUO – Research Use Only