Description

Sodium 2-Propylpentanoate is the sodium salt of 2-propylpentanoic acid, a key organic intermediate and reagent. This compound is valued for its role in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals where precise molecular control is required. It serves as a critical building block for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic disorder treatments.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and performance additives.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratory and industrial-scale reactions as a nucleophile or anionic species for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a co-monomer or additive to impart specific properties to specialty polymers and coatings.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Used in the preparation of metal-organic complexes and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 2-Propylpentanoate
CAS No.	1069-66-5
Molecular Formula	C8H15NaO2
Molecular Weight	166.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Valproate; 2-Propylpentanoic Acid Sodium Salt; Valproic Acid Sodium Salt; Depakene Sodium; Sodium 2-Propylvalerate; Sodium Dipropylacetate; EINECS 213-971-1
EINECS	213-971-1

Quality Control

Our Sodium 2-Propylpentanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We offer grades suitable for pharmaceutical and industrial applications, with quality control adhering to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where required. Every batch is tested for identity, purity, and impurity profiles using validated analytical methods such as HPLC, titration, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation and clumping. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
pH (5% solution)	7.5 - 9.5

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.