| Description | 2-Methylhexanoic acid is a flavouring ingredient. |
| Synonyms | 2-甲基己酸, 2-Methylhexanoic acid |
| molecular weight | 130.18 |
| Molecular formula | C7H14O2 |
| CAS | 4536-23-6 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: 22.5 mg/mL (172.83 mM) |
| References | 1. Ohashi Y , Abe H , Ito Y . β Hydroxy L valine and 4 amino 3,6 dihydroxy 2 methylhexanoic acid, constitutional amino acids of the antibiotic YA 56[J]. Agricultural & Biological Chemistry, 1973, 37(10):2283-2287. |