Description

Valeric Acid is a straight-chain, five-carbon carboxylic acid with a distinctive, pungent odor. It serves as a versatile chemical intermediate and a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, flavor and fragrance, and agrochemical industries seeking a reliable source of high-purity C5 acid.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Used as a precursor in the synthesis of esters like ethyl valerate and pentyl valerate, which are key components in fruit flavors (e.g., apple, pineapple) and perfumes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a crucial building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including certain vasodilators and other therapeutic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators where its pentanoic acid structure is incorporated into the final molecule.
• Plasticizer and Polymer Production: Used to manufacture valerate esters that serve as plasticizers for polymers or as monomers for specialty polymers.
• Solvent and Extractant: Functions as a solvent for certain resins and in chemical extraction processes due to its properties as a polar organic acid.
• Research and Development: Serves as a standard reagent and starting material in organic synthesis for academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Valeric Acid
CAS No.	109-52-4
Molecular Formula	C5H10O2
Molecular Weight	102.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentanoic Acid; n-Valeric Acid; n-Pentanoic Acid; Propylacetic Acid; Butane-1-carboxylic Acid; Valerianic Acid; 1-Butanecarboxylic Acid
EINECS	203-677-2

Quality Control

Our Valeric Acid is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results for assay, impurities, and other critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. As a strong acid/organic solvent, ensure containers are kept upright to prevent leakage and are clearly labeled.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.408 - 1.411
Boiling Point	~185°C
Density (20°C)	0.938 - 0.942 g/mL
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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