5-Hydroxy Valproic acid

Name: 5-Hydroxy Valproic acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-045374

About 5-Hydroxy Valproic acid

5-Hydroxy Valproic acid (CAS 53660-23-4) is an impurity of Valproic Acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C8H16O3 and its molecular weight is 160.21 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 5-hydroxy-2-propylpentanoic acid. Alternative names: rac 5-Hydroxy Valproic Acid Sodium Salt and 5-Hydroxyvalproate.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

As a characterised impurity of Valproic Acid, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 5-Hydroxy Valproic acid in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	5-Hydroxy Valproic acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-045374
CAS Number	53660-23-4
IUPAC name	5-hydroxy-2-propylpentanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₆O₃
Molecular weight	160.21 g/mol
Exact mass	160.1099
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	ZIWBCJXKYKOLJK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCC(CCCO)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	135244

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Synonyms	rac 5-Hydroxy Valproic Acid Sodium Salt, 5-Hydroxyvalproate, 5-OH-Vpa, 5-Hydroxy-valproate, 2-Propyl-5-hydroxypentanoic acid, 2-n-Propyl-5-hydroxypentanoic acid, Pentanoic acid, 5-hydroxy-2-propyl-, 5-Hydroxy-2-propylpentanoicacid, rac 5-Hydroxy Valproic Acid Sodium Salt, 90per cent

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Hydroxy Valproic acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-Hydroxy Valproic acid is 53660-23-4. It is also known as rac 5-Hydroxy Valproic Acid Sodium Salt, 5-Hydroxyvalproate, 5-OH-Vpa.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Hydroxy Valproic acid?

5-Hydroxy Valproic acid has the molecular formula C8H16O3 and a molecular weight of 160.21 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-hydroxy-2-propylpentanoic acid.

What is 5-Hydroxy Valproic acid used for?

5-Hydroxy Valproic acid is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Valproic Acid. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 5-Hydroxy Valproic acid can I order?

We supply 5-Hydroxy Valproic acid in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 5-Hydroxy Valproic acid?

Yes. Every lot of 5-Hydroxy Valproic acid is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 5-Hydroxy Valproic acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 5-Hydroxy Valproic acid is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.