n-Butyl levulinate, 98%

Description

CAS: 2052-15-5 | C9H16O3 | 172.224 g/mol

Butyl levulinate was used in the synthesis of γ-valerolactone.

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Applications
Butyl levulinate was used in the synthesis of γ-valerolactone.

Solubility
Slightly soluble in water.

Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from oxidizing agent.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 2052-15-5
• Molecular Formula: C9H16O3
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 172.224
• MDL Number: MFCD00009449
• InChI Key: ISBWNEKJSSLXOD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: butyl levulinate, n-butyl levulinate, butyl laevulinate, pentanoic acid, 4-oxo-, butyl ester, n-butyl laevulinate, levulinic acid, butyl ester, butyl 4-ketovalerate, 4-ketopentanoic acid butyl ester, butyl acetylpropionate, n-butyl 4-oxopentanoate
• PubChem CID: 16331
• IUPAC Name: butyl 4-oxopentanoate
• SMILES: CCCCOC(=O)CCC(=O)C

• Density: 0.974
• Boiling Point: 106°C to 108°C (5.5 mmHg)
• Flash Point: 92°C (198°F)
• Refractive Index: 1.427
• Linear Formula: CH₃COCH₂CH₂CO₂(CH₂)₃CH₃
• Quantity: 500 mL
• Solubility Information: Slightly soluble in water.
• Formula Weight: 172.22
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Chemical Name or Material: n-Butyl levulinate

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	H227
Precautionary Statement	P210-P280-P370+P378q-P501c
EINECSNumber	218-143-4
RTECSNumber	OI1695000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only