Isovaleric acid, 99%

Name: Isovaleric acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003847

About Isovaleric acid, 99%

Listed under CAS 503-74-2, Isovaleric acid is a natural product available from Vaqora Chemicals (Puriss grade), specified at 99% purity. With the molecular formula C5H10O2, it has a molar mass of 102.13 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 3-methylbutanoic acid. Common synonyms include Delphinic acid and Isopentanoic acid.

In its supplied form it is a clear colourless liquid. Reported physical data include a melting point of -29 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include phytochemical research, natural product screening, nutraceutical R and D and pharmaceutical synthesis. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mL, 500 mL and 200 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Phytochemical research
Natural product screening
Nutraceutical R&D
Pharmaceutical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Isovaleric acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-003847
CAS Number	503-74-2
IUPAC name	3-methylbutanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₅H₁₀O₂
Molecular weight	102.13 g/mol
Exact mass	102.0681
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29159090
InChIKey	GWYFCOCPABKNJV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)CC(=O)O
PubChem CID	10430

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid
Melting point	-29 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
UN number	UN 3265
Synonyms	Delphinic acid, Isopentanoic acid, 3-Methylbutyric acid, Isopropylacetic acid, Butanoic acid, 3-methyl-, Isovalerianic acid, Isobutylformic acid, beta-Methylbutyric acid, 3-methyl-butanoic acid, Acetic acid, isopropyl-, Butyric acid, 3-methyl-, Kyselina isovalerova

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P264 + P265, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P363, 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

Other grades of CAS 503-74-2

Synthesis

Isopentanoic acid, 99%

CAS: 503-74-2
Formula: C₅H₁₀O₂
MW: 102.13 g/mol

VQ-019235

AR

Isopentanoic acid, AR

CAS: 503-74-2
Formula: C₅H₁₀O₂
MW: 102.13 g/mol

VQ-046487

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Isovaleric acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Isovaleric acid, 99% is 503-74-2. It is also known as Delphinic acid, Isopentanoic acid, 3-Methylbutyric acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Isovaleric acid, 99%?

Isovaleric acid, 99% has the molecular formula C5H10O2 and a molecular weight of 102.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-methylbutanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Isovaleric acid, 99% can I order?

We supply Isovaleric acid, 99% in Puriss (99%) grade, in 100 mL, 500 mL, 200 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Isovaleric acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Isovaleric acid, 99% 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 Isovaleric acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Isovaleric acid, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 3265), 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.