Valeric Acid
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This article is compiled based on the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) – 2025 Edition
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C5H10O2 102.13 CAS RN®: 109-52-4.—Clear, colorless liquid.
Assay: Accurately weigh about 500 mg, transfer to a suitable container, add 30 mL of water, and mix. Add 40 mL of water, and mix. Add phenolphthalein TS, and titrate with 0.1 N sodium hydroxide VS. Each mL of 0.1 N sodium hydroxide is equivalent to 10.21 mg of C5H10O2: not less than 99.0% of C5H10O2 is found.
