Pentanoic acid
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| Synonyms: | Valeric acid ;PENTANOIC ACID ;n-Valeric acid ;109-52-4 ;n-Pentanoic acid | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Compound ID: | NMPC-1390 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Molecular Formula: | C5H10O2 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Canonical SMILES: | CCCCC(=O)O | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| InChIKey: | NQPDZGIKBAWPEJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| About the compound: | Pentanoic acid appears as a colorless liquid with a penetrating unpleasant odor. Density 0.94 g / cm3. Freezing point -93.2 °F (-34 °C). Boiling point 365.7 °F (185.4 °C). Flash point 192 °F (88.9 °C). Corrosive to metals and tissue. Valeric acid is a straight-chain saturated fatty acid containing five carbon atoms. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is a short-chain fatty acid and a straight-chain saturated fatty acid. It is a conjugate acid of a valerate. GHS Hazard Statements • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation] • H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard] First Aid • Eyes: Remove contact lenses, flush with water for 20-30 minutes, and seek medical help. Transport to hospital even without symptoms. • Skin: Flood with water, wash with soap, and seek medical help. Transport to hospital immediately. • Inhalation: Leave contaminated area, seek fresh air, and call a physician if symptoms arise. Use proper respiratory protection and transport to hospital if possible. • Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Offer water if conscious, call for medical help, and transport to hospital immediately. If unconscious, ensure open airway and transport to hospital without inducing vomiting (NTP, 1992) National Toxicology Program, Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, National Institutes of Health (NTP). 1992. National Toxicology Program Chemical Repository Database. Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. |
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| Source Species: |
Nicotiana tabacum Luffa cylindrica |