2-Methylbutyric acid
CAS Number116-53-0
FormulaC2H5CH(CH3)CO2H
Mol. Weight102.13 g/mol
2-Methylbutyric acid
What is 2-Methylbutyric acid?
2-Methylbutyric acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 116-53-0 and molecular formula C2H5CH(CH3)CO2H. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
2-Methylbutyric acid was used in the synthesis of 2-methylbutyric anhydride, an acylating agent1.
Specifications
Linear Formula
C2H5CH(CH3)CO2H
Molecular Weight
102.13 g/mol
Assay/Purity
98%
Boiling Point
176-177 °C(lit.)
Density
0.936 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS05
GHS07Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H302 + H312-H314
Precautionary Statements
P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
Required PPE
Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, Goggles, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
EC Number
204-145-2
WGK Germany
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