2-Methylvaleric acid
2-Methylpentanoic acid is colorless to slightly yellow liquid with strong pungent, unhappy acid odor. It is prepared by aldol condensation of propanal catalyzed by dilute alkali, then dehydroxylation, hydrogenation, and oxidation. It is mainly used in fragrance and flavor formulation.
Substance Identification
| Synonyms | 2-Methylpentanoic Acid | Pentanoic Acid |
| CAS | 97-61-0 |
| EINECS | N/A |
| FEMA | 2754 |
| HS.CODE | N/A |
| Molecular Formula | C6H12O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 116.16 |
Application & Uses
- used in food and beverage flavoring, such as the flavor of tomatoes, strawberries, grapes, cocoa, chocolate, and coffee, etc.
- used in the fragrance formulation of daily commodities
Sales Specification
| ITEM | VALUE |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to lightly yellow liquid |
| Odor | With strong pungent, unhappy acid odour |
| Purity, @GC, % | 98 min |
GHS Hazard Statements
| H-Code | H227/303+313+314 |
| P-Code | P210/264/280 |
| Response | P301+P330+P331 P303+P361+P353 P304+P340+P310 P305+P351+P338+P310 P312 P363 P370+P378 |
| Storage | P403+P235 P405 |
| Disposal | P501 |
Storage
- flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room
- ground all equipment containing material
- keep away from heat
- keep away from sources of ignition
- keep container tightly closed
- keep in a cool, well-ventilated place
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