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gamma-Valerolactone
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gamma-Valerolactone is a versatile bio-based solvent and chemical intermediate used in sustainable synthesis and fuel additive applications. It is also used as a flavouring agent, as a solvent for adhesives, lacquers and insecticide formulations, and in brake fluids and cutting oils. It features the CAS number 108-29-2, a molecular formula of C5H8O2, and a molecular weight of 100.12. This product is stored at ambient temperatures. Molekula supplies gamma-Valerolactone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90030109
- CAS Number
- 108-29-2
- IUPAC Name
- 5-methyloxolan-2-one
- EC Number
- 203-569-5
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8O2
- Molecular Weight
- 100.12
- Exact Mass
- 100.0524
- SMILES
- CC1CCC(=O)O1
- InChIKey
- GAEKPEKOJKCEMS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C5H8O2/c1-4-2-3-5(6)7-4/h4H,2-3H2,1H3
- PubChem CID
- 7921
Synonyms
- 2(3H)-Furanone, dihydro-5-methyl-
- 4-Hydroxypentanoic acid lactone
- 4-Hydroxyvaleric acid lactone
- 4-Methyl-4-hydroxybutanoic acid lactone
- 4-Methyl-gamma-butyrolactone
- 4-Pentanolide
- 4-Valerolactone
- 5-Methyltetrahydro-2-furanone
- gamma-Methyl-gamma-butyrolactone
- gamma-Pentalactone
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Melting Point
- -31 °C
- Boiling Point
- 207 to 208 °C at 760 mmHg
Source: PubChem CID 7921 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Frequently asked questions
What is gamma-Valerolactone used for?
Gamma-Valerolactone is primarily used as a green solvent, a fuel additive, and a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis.
What are the chemical formula and molecular weight of gamma-Valerolactone?
The chemical formula is C5H8O2 and the molecular weight is 100.12 g/mol.
How should gamma-Valerolactone be stored?
This product should be stored at ambient temperature.
Can Molekula supply gamma-Valerolactone in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply gamma-Valerolactone in various quantities ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.
What documentation comes with the order?
Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
What is the CAS number for gamma-Valerolactone?
The CAS number for gamma-Valerolactone is 108-29-2.
Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.