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

Catalog number: A13873.0E
2500 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

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

Catalog number: A13873.0E
2500 g, Each
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Catalog number: A13873.0E
also known as A13873-0E
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
97-61-0
IUPAC Name
2-methylpentanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C6H12O2
InChI Key
OVBFMEVBMNZIBR-UHFFFAOYNA-N
SMILES
CCCC(C)C(O)=O
Appearance (Color)
Clear colorless
Assay (Non-aqueous acid-base Titration)
≥98.0 to ≤102.0%
Refractive Index
1.4115-1.4155 @ 20?C
Form
Liquid
Assay (GC)
≥98.0%

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.

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
(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.
RUO – Research Use Only

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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Skin Corrosion/Irritation
    Category 1
    Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
    Category 1
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    Hazard Statements

    H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

    EU Specific Hazard Statements

    Combustible liquid

    Precautionary Statements

    P280 - Wear eye protection/ face protection

    P301 + P330 + P331 - IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting

    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 or doctor/physician