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2-Methylpentanoic acid (97-61-0)

Identification
Name:2-Methylpentanoic acid
Synonyms:2-Methylvaleric acid
CAS:97-61-0
EINECS: 202-594-9
Molecular Formula: C6H12O2
Molecular Weight: 116.16
InChI: InChI=1/C6H12O2/c1-3-4-5(2)6(7)8/h5H,3-4H2,1-2H3,(H,7,8)
Molecular Structure: (C6H12O2) 2-Methylvaleric acid
Properties
Transport:UN 3265
Melting Point: -85°C
Density:0.931
Refractive index:1.413-1.415
Appearance:clear colorless liquid
Specification:

2-Methylvaleric Acid  is a colorless to pale yellow liquid.
First Aid Measures:
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin: Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion: Get medical aid immediately. Do not induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation: Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively. 
Handling and Storage:
Handling: Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Corrosives area.

Report:

Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.

Packinggroup: III
Safety Data
Hazard Symbols C:Corrosive