105-43-1 | 3-Methylpentanoic acid

Packsize	Purity	Availability	Price	Discounted Price
5g	97%	in stock	$10.00	$7.00
10g	97%	in stock	$12.00	$9.00
25g	97%	in stock	$28.00	$19.00
100g	98%	in stock	$106.00	$75.00
500g	98%	in stock	$418.00	$293.00

Description

• Catalog Number: AB45983
• Chemical Name: 3-Methylpentanoic acid
• CAS Number: 105-43-1
• Molecular Formula: C6H12O2
• Molecular Weight: 116.1583
• MDL Number: MFCD00002729
• SMILES: CC(CC)CC(=O)O

Computed Properties

• Complexity: 78.6
• Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
• Heavy Atom Count: 8
• Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2
• Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1
• Rotatable Bond Count: 3
• Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 1
• XLogP3: 1.6

Upstream Synthesis Route

3-Methylvaleric Acid, also known as 3-methylpentanoic acid, is a versatile compound widely employed in chemical synthesis for various applications. In the field of organic chemistry, 3-Methylvaleric Acid is utilized as a precursor in the synthesis of numerous organic compounds. One of its key applications includes its use in the production of fragrance ingredients and flavor compounds. The unique chemical structure of 3-Methylvaleric Acid makes it an essential building block for creating esters, which are commonly found in perfumes, cosmetics, and food additives.Furthermore, 3-Methylvaleric Acid is employed in the pharmaceutical industry as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds. Its role in medicinal chemistry involves the creation of active pharmaceutical ingredients and drug candidates. By incorporating 3-Methylvaleric Acid into specific reaction pathways, chemists can generate valuable medicinal compounds with desired pharmacological properties.Additionally, this compound finds utility in the polymer industry, where it serves as a monomer for the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins. Through various polymerization processes, 3-Methylvaleric Acid can be incorporated into polymer chains, imparting specific qualities such as flexibility, adhesion, or thermal stability to the final polymer products.Overall, the versatile nature of 3-Methylvaleric Acid makes it a valuable tool in chemical synthesis, enabling the creation of a diverse range of compounds with applications across industries.

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