| Identification | ||
| Name | DL-2-Methylbutyric acid | |
| Synonyms | 2-Methyl butyric acid | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C5H10O2 | |
| Molecular Weight | 102.13 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 116-53-0 | |
| EINECS | 204-145-2 | |
| FEMA | 2695 | |
| Properties | ||
| Density | 0.936 | |
| Melting point | -70 ºC | |
| Boiling point | 176-177 ºC | |
| Refractive index | 1.4045-1.4065 | |
| Flash point | 77 ºC | |
| Water solubility | 45 g/L (20 ºC) | |