CH3CHCH3COOH
CH3CHCH3COOH is the condensed structural formula for isobutyric acid, also known as 2-methylpropanoic acid. It is a branched aliphatic carboxylic acid with four carbon atoms. The carboxyl group is attached to a tertiary carbon that bears two methyl substituents, giving it a distinctive branched structure.
Chemical and physical properties: Isobutyric acid has the molecular formula C4H8O2. It is typically described as
Production and occurrence: Isobutyric acid occurs in small amounts in some natural foods and fermentation products.
Applications and uses: The compound is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of flavor and fragrance
Safety and handling: Isobutyric acid is a corrosive irritant. Exposure to its vapors or liquids can irritate