4-Phenylpentanoic acid

• CAT Number: L006744
• CAS Number: 16433-43-5
• Molecular Formula: C11H14O2
• Molecular Weight: 178.23
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 4-phenylpentanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C11H14O2/c1-9(7-8-11(12)13)10-5-3-2-4-6-10/h2-6,9H,7-8H2,1H3,(H,12,13)
• InChIKey: UIIMQLPOAXFKFW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(CCC(=O)O)C1=CC=CC=C1

4-Phenylpentanoic acid（Cat No.:L006744）, is an organic compound represented by the molecular formula C12H14O2. It is a monocarboxylic acid with a phenyl group attached to the fourth carbon atom of the pentanoic acid chain. Also known as PPA, it is utilized in organic synthesis as a building block to create various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and flavors. Its structure lends itself to diverse chemical reactions, making it valuable for the synthesis of complex molecules. Researchers leverage 4-phenyl pentanoic acid as a versatile tool in the development of biologically active compounds, aiding advancements in medicinal chemistry and related fields.