2-Methylvaleric acid
Agent Name
2-Methylvaleric acid
CAS Number
97-61-0
Formula
C6-H12-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
2-Methylpentanoic acid; 2-Pentanecarboxylic acid; Kyselina 2-methylvalerova [Czech]; Methylpropylacetic acid; Pentanoic acid, 2-methyl-; Valeric acid, 2-methyl-; alpha-Methylvaleric acid; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Organic Acids
Description
Colorless liquid; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as flavoring agent or adjuvant; [FDA]
Comments
A mild to moderate skin irritant; [RTECS] Safe when used as a flavoring agent in food; [JECFA] Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
0.445 mm Hg
NFPA
must be preheated
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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