| Identification | Back Directory | [Name]
4-MERCAPTO-4-METHYLVALERIC ACID | [CAS]
140231-31-8 | [Synonyms]
4-MERCAPTO-4-METHYLVALERIC ACID
4-methyl-4-sulfanylpentanoicaci
4-Methyl-4-sulfanylpentanoic acid
Pentanoicacid, 4-mercapto-4-methyl- | [Molecular Formula]
C6H12O2S | [MDL Number]
MFCD18451989 | [MOL File]
140231-31-8.mol | [Molecular Weight]
148.22 |
| Chemical Properties | Back Directory | [Boiling point ]
110 °C(Press: 10 Torr) | [density ]
1.087±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) | [pka]
4.60±0.10(Predicted) | [InChI]
InChI=1S/C6H12O2S/c1-6(2,9)4-3-5(7)8/h9H,3-4H2,1-2H3,(H,7,8) | [InChIKey]
SYIFSIGCMOMQRB-UHFFFAOYSA-N | [SMILES]
C(O)(=O)CCC(S)(C)C |
| Questions And Answer | Back Directory | [Uses]
In the field of food science, 4-mercapto-4-methylvaleric acid derivatives have been identified as key components of the aromas in certain wines and teas. In Sauvignon Blanc wines, they significantly contribute to the "boxwood" or "bark" aroma characteristics. The presence of these compounds in beverages such as wine and tea is influenced by a variety of factors, including the fermentation process, crop season, and manufacturing conditions. | [Application]
4-Mercapto-4-methylvaleric acid has been used to prepare a variety of optically active α-mercapto derivatives. These derivatives are crucial for the synthesis of highly enantiomeric α-branched α-mercaptocarboxylic acids or esters, a process that can maintain configuration while avoiding racemization. This is important because these compounds acquire optical activity without chiral auxiliaries, making them widely applicable in stereochemical research and applications. |
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