| Identification | Back Directory | [Name]
pentanoic acid,3-methyl-2-oxo-,ethyl ester | [CAS]
26516-27-8 | [Synonyms]
3-Methyl-2-oxo-valeric Acid Ethyl Ester
pentanoic acid,3-methyl-2-oxo-,ethyl ester
Pentanoic acid, 3-methyl-2-oxo-, ethyl ester | [Molecular Formula]
C8H14O3 | [MDL Number]
MFCD24688425 | [MOL File]
26516-27-8.mol | [Molecular Weight]
158.2 |
| Chemical Properties | Back Directory | [solubility ]
Dichloromethane; Diethyl ether | [form ]
Oil | [color ]
Pale yellow | [Odor]
Great for adding earthy notes typical of many tree nuts. Especially useful for enhancing flavors in maple and nutty applications.
Recommended Flavor Use Level: 0.1 - 5.0 PPMnutty black walnut aroma, accompanied by woody nuances and a subtle herbaceousness | [Odor Type]
nutty | [LogP]
0.934 | [EPA Substance Registry System]
Pentanoic acid, 3-methyl-2-oxo-, ethyl ester (26516-27-8) |
| Hazard Information | Back Directory | [Uses]
3-Methyl-2-oxo-valeric Acid Ethyl Ester is an intermediate in the synthesis of 3-Methyl-2-oxovaleric Acid Sodium Salt (M326420). It is an α-ketomonocarboxylic acid that triggers insulin release by acting upon receptor sites which differ from those occupied by amino acids. 4-Methyl-2-oxovaleric Acid is an analogue of Isoleucine. |
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