Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Sodium 2-methylpropanoate (CAS: 996-30-5)?
Answer
Sodium 2-methylpropanoate appears as a white crystalline solid. Its molecular weight is approximately 126.13 g/mol. It is highly soluble in water and ethanol. Chemically, it is moderately reactive, particularly with bases and acids. It is less reactive than its carboxylic acid counterpart, 2-methylpropanoic acid.
About
CAS No
996-30-5
English Name
Sodium 2-methylpropanoate
Molecular Formula
C4H7NaO2
Molecular Weight
110.09 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)C(=O)[O-].[Na+]
InChIKey
TWEGKFXBDXYJIU-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-09-28 13:06
