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Valproic acid (99-66-1)

Identification
Name:Valproic acid
Synonyms:2-Propylpentanoic acid; Dipropylacetic acid
CAS:99-66-1
EINECS: 202-777-3
Molecular Formula: C8H16O2
Molecular Weight: 144.21
InChI: InChI=1/C8H16O2/c1-3-5-7(6-4-2)8(9)10/h7H,3-6H2,1-2H3,(H,9,10)
Molecular Structure: (C8H16O2) 2-Propylpentanoic acid; Dipropylacetic acid
Properties
Transport:20
Melting Point: 120 - 130 C
Density:0.92
Stability:Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Refractive index:1.424-1.426
Water Solubility:slightly soluble
Solubility:slightly soluble Very soluble in Organic solvents
Appearance:clear liquid
Packinggroup: III
HS Code: 29159080
Color: Colorless liquid
Usage:

Antiepileptic; increases levels of -aminobutyric acid(GABA) in the brain. Anticonvulsant that also has efficacy as a mood stabilizer in bipolar disorder

Safety Data
Hazard Symbols Xn:Harmful