Pivalic acid

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Pivalic acid Specification

Density
0.893 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Ingredients
Pivalic acid (C5H10O2)

Application
Used in organic synthesis pharmaceuticals and as a precursor for esters

EINECS No
200-922-5

Usage
Intermediate for chemical reactions manufacturing of resins and optimizing acid strength in industrial formulations

Properties
High chemical stability branched carboxylic acid structure low flammability

Taste
Slightly acidic

Shelf Life
2 years when stored under appropriate conditions

Solubility
Slightly soluble in water soluble in alcohols and organic solvents

Smell
Pungent vinegar-like odor

Structural Formula
CH3)3CCOOH

Melting Point
33-35C

Molecular Formula
C5H10O2

Purity
99%

Appearance
White crystalline or powder form

CAS No
75-98-9

HS Code
291590

Molecular Weight
102.13 g/mol

Physical Form
Crystalline solid or powder

Shape
Granular or crystalline solid

Storage
Store in a cool dry and well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances

Ph Level
Neutral to slightly acidic

Grade
Industrial Pharmaceutical or Laboratory grade

Poisonous
NO

About Pivalic acid

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FAQs of Pivalic acid:

Q: What are the main applications of Pivalic acid?

A: Pivalic acid is used in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, as a precursor for esters, and as an intermediate for chemical reactions in manufacturing of resins and optimizing acid strength in industrial formulations.

Q: What is the physical form and appearance of Pivalic acid?

A: Pivalic acid is a white crystalline or powder form, with the physical form being a crystalline solid or powder. It has a granular or crystalline solid shape.

Q: What are the storage recommendations for Pivalic acid?

A: Pivalic acid should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances to maintain its quality and stability.

Q: Is Pivalic acid poisonous?

A: No, Pivalic acid is not classified as poisonous.

Q: What is the shelf life of Pivalic acid and how should it be stored?

A: Pivalic acid has a shelf life of 2 years when stored under appropriate conditions. It should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

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