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Pivalic acid

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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2,2-dimethylpropanoic acid; CAS number: 75-98-9; Dimethylglutaric acid; Isononanoic acid; Neopentanoic acid; Trimethyl acetic acid

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Pivalic acid, also called neopentanoic acid, is a short-chain carboxylic acid with the molecular formula: C5H10O2. The acid forms colourless crystals with an unpleasant smell.

The ester/salts of neopentanoic acid are called neopentanoates.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer