SMILES: CCCCC(=O)[O-]
Description: The molecule is a short-chain fatty acid anion that is the conjugate base of valeric acid; present in ester form as component of many steroid-based pharmaceuticals. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is a short-chain fatty acid anion and a straight-chain saturated fatty acid anion. It is a conjugate base of a valeric acid.