OBO ID: CHEBI:48942
Term Name: isovalerate Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • 3-methyl-n-butyrate
  • 3-methylbutanoate
  • 3-methylbutyrate
  • beta-methylbutyrate
  • delphinate
  • isopentanoate
  • isopropylacetate
  • isovalerianate
Definition: A branched-chain saturated fatty acid anion that is the conjugate base of isovaleric acid; reported to improve ruminal fermentation and feed digestion in cattle.
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Ontology: ChEBI  ( EBI )
PHENOTYPE No data available