2-Methylpentanoic acid

Independent reference data for 2-Methylpentanoic acid (CAS 97-61-0), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used as flavoring agent or adjuvant; [FDA]Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes

Synonyms and trade names

2-Methylpentanoic acid; 2-METHYLVALERIC ACID; 97-61-0; Pentanoic acid, 2-methyl-; 2-Pentanecarboxylic acid; Methylpropylacetic acid; Valeric acid, 2-methyl-; alpha-Methylvaleric acid; FEMA No. 2754; DTXSID9021633; 26A19CG6J9; NSC-8406; DTXCID401633; CHEBI:167644; RefChem:476306; 202-594-9

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Dairy No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	1.5% (24 / 1615)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	1.5% (24 / 1615)
Reported hazard statements	H314 (98.5%), H318 (11.5%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 1.5% (24 of 1615) of reports.

H314 (98.5%): Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

2-METHYLVALERIC ACID is identified by CAS 97-61-0, molecular formula C6H12O2 and molecular weight 116.08 g/mol. UNII 26A19CG6J9; ChEBI 167644; InChIKey OVBFMEVBMNZIBR-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 196-197 °C; Density: 0.919-0.922; Vapor Pressure: 0.44 [mmHg].

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.