Levulinic acid

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Cat Number

API123762

CAS Number

123-76-2

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Product Detail

CAS Number

123-76-2

EINECS

204-649-2

Synonyms

4-Oxopentanoic acid Laevulinic acid Pentanoic acid, 4-oxo-

Description

Levulinic acid is used as a precursor for pharmaceuticals, plasticizers, and various other additives. The largest application of levulinic acid is its use in the production of aminolevulinic acid, a biodegradable herbicide used in South Asia. Another key application is the use of levulinic acid in cosmetics.

Molecular Formula

C5H8O3

Molecular Weight

116.11

Appearance

yellow to brown liquid which may congeal

Melting Point

30 - 33 ℃

Boiling Point

245.00 to 246.00 ℃. @ 760.00 mm Hg

pKa

4.64 (at 18 ℃)