Numéro CAS

CAS 5469-16-9 — +/-)-beta-Hydroxy-gamma-butyrolactone

(+/-)-beta-Hydroxy-gamma-butyrolactone is a versatile organic compound with a lactone structure, primarily used as a solvent, intermediate in organic synthesis, and in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. It serves as a building block for fine chemicals and is valued for its reactivity in forming esters and other derivatives. This chemical has a CAS number of 5469-16-9 and carries no signal word under standard classification, indicating low acute toxicity. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild odor, soluble in water and most organic solvents. Purity is typically ≥98% for research and industrial applications. Molekula supplies (+/-)-beta-Hydroxy-gamma-butyrolactone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.