| Stereochemistry | ACHIRAL |
| Molecular Formula | C5H9O2.H4N |
| Molecular Weight | 119.1622 |
| Optical Activity | NONE |
| Defined Stereocenters | 0 / 0 |
| E/Z Centers | 0 |
| Charge | 0 |
SHOW SMILES / InChI
SMILES
[NH4+].CCCCC([O-])=O
InChI
InChIKey=RXQNHIDQIJXKTK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI=1S/C5H10O2.H3N/c1-2-3-4-5(6)7;/h2-4H2,1H3,(H,6,7);1H3
Valeric acid is a colorless, oily liquid with an unpleasant odor. It is highly corrosive and must be handled with care. Valeric acid is mainly used as a chemical intermediate to manufacture flavors and perfumes, synthetic lubricants, agricultural chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. It is also used as a flavoring aid in foods. Valeric acid is considered safe as a food additive by the World Health Organization.
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