5-Oxo-5-(4-n-pentylphenyl)valeric acid CAS 178686-76-5

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.178686-76-5
Molecular FormulaC16H22O3
Molecular Weight262.34 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

5-Oxo-5-(4-n-pentylphenyl)valeric acid CAS 178686-76-5 chemical structure

Description

5-Oxo-5-(4-n-pentylphenyl)valeric acid (CAS 178686-76-5) reference standard, produced by CATO (ISO 17034 / CNAS / ANAB accredited). Molecular formula: C16H22O3. Molecular weight: 262.34 g/mol. Trusted by 10,000+ laboratories worldwide for pharmaceutical analysis and QC.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC16H22O3
Molecular Weight262.34 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, protect from light, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in chloroform, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)6.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)2008

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