Methyl pentanoate
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| IUPAC name | Methyl pentanoate |
| Other names | Methyl valerate |
| Identifiers | |
| CAS number | [624-24-8] |
| SMILES | CCCCC(=O)OC |
| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C6H12O2 |
| Molar mass | 116.16 g/mol |
| Density | 0.89 g/cm3 |
| Melting point |
<25 °C |
| Boiling point |
126 °C |
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Methyl pentanoate, commonly known as methyl valerate, is the methyl] ester of pentanoic acid (valeric acid) with a fruity odor. It is marketed under the trade name Validol as a sedative. It is also used in the manufacture of plastics and as an insecticide.
Methyl pentanoate is commonly used in fragrances, beauty care, soap, laundry detergents at levels of 0.1 - 1%. In a very pure form (greater than 99.5%) it is used as a plasticizer in plastics.
Validol has a moderate vascular dilatative action and sedative properties and is commonly used as a medication in Eastern Europe as a treatment against nausea, mild heart disorders (cardalgia), motion sickness (including seasickness), nervousness and heartaches.
