SMILES: CC(C)CC(=O)[O-]
Description: The molecule is 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. It has a role as a mammalian metabolite and a plant metabolite. It is a short-chain fatty acid anion, a branched-chain saturated fatty acid anion and a 3-methyl fatty acid anion. It is a conjugate base of an isovaleric acid.