Isovaleric acid

SKU: orb1301651

Description

Isovaleric acid, also known as Delphinic acid, is a natural flavor compound present in Bartlett pear brandies, vanilla, rape-honey, and bananas. In research, it is studied for its roles in metabolic pathways, as a fermentation product, and as a potential biomarker in in vitro and in vivo studies related to metabolism and disease.

Research Area

Epigenetics & Chromatin, Metabolism Research, Signal Transduction

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 503-74-2
• MW: 102.13
• Purity: 97.89% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₅H₁₀O₂
• SMILES: CC(C)CC(O)=O
• Target: AMPK,PKA,Endogenous Metabolite
• Solubility: DMSO:Soluble;H2O:20 mg/mL (195.83 mM)

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Delphinic acid, beta-methylbutyric acid, b-methylbutyric acid, 3-Methylbutanoic acid, 3-Methylbutyric acid, inhibit, Isopentanoic acid, Isovaleric acid, Inhibitor, EndogenousMetabolite, Endogenous Metabolite, β-methylbutyric acid

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Gene Symbol

AMPK,PKA,Endogenous Metabolite