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VAQORALevulinic acid, 98%
Synonyms: 4-Oxovaleric acid · Laevulinic acid · Pentanoic acid, 4-oxo- · Levulic acid
CAS No.123-76-2
FormulaC5H8O3
Mol. weight116.11
Catalogue No.VQ-019250
Purity98%
HSN29183010
Levulinic acid (CAS 123-76-2) – aroma chemical, Synthesis grade, 98%. C5H8O3, MW 116.11. Order from Vaqora Chemicals with COA and global delivery.
Batch COA with every lot
16-section GHS SDS
Export to 120+ countries
DG-compliant packing
About Levulinic acid, 98%
Levulinic acid (CAS 123-76-2) is an aroma chemical offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade, specified at 98% purity. Its molecular formula is C5H8O3 and its molecular weight is 116.11 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 4-oxopentanoic acid. It is also known as 4-Oxovaleric acid or Laevulinic acid.
In its supplied form it is a white or colourless to light yellow liquid or solid. Key physical data: a melting point of 30-33 °C and a boiling point of 245-246 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.
It is commonly used for flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and polymer and resin production. Buyers come mainly from food and beverage processing, cosmetics and personal care and polymers and plastics.
Vaqora Chemicals supplies Levulinic acid in 100 g, 250 g, 1 kg and 5 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.
Typical applications
- Flavour formulation
- Fragrance compounding
- Aroma research
- Polymer & resin production
Industries
Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | Levulinic acid, 98% |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-019250 |
| CAS Number | 123-76-2 |
| IUPAC name | 4-oxopentanoic acid |
| Molecular formula | C5H8O3 |
| Molecular weight | 116.11 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 116.0473 |
| Grade | Synthesis |
| Purity / assay | 98% |
| HSN code | 29183010 |
| InChIKey | JOOXCMJARBKPKM-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | CC(=O)CCC(=O)O |
| PubChem CID | 11579 |
| Physical form | Liquid |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or colourless to light yellow liquid or solid |
| Melting point | 30-33 °C |
| Boiling point | 245-246 °C |
| Density | 1.134 g/mL at 25 °C |
| LogP (XLogP3) | -0.5 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 1 / 3 |
| TPSA | 54.4 Ų |
| Synonyms | 4-Oxovaleric acid, Laevulinic acid, Pentanoic acid, 4-oxo-, Levulic acid, 4-Ketovaleric acid, gamma-Ketovaleric acid, Acetopropionic acid, Laevulic acid, beta-Acetylpropionic acid, Acidum laevulinicum, 4-ketopentanoic acid, 4-Oxopentanoic acid, 4-ketovaleric acid |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements
H302Harmful if swallowedH315Causes skin irritationH317May cause an allergic skin reactionH318Causes serious eye damageH319Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P272, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P501
Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Levulinic acid, 98%?
The CAS Registry Number of Levulinic acid, 98% is 123-76-2. It is also known as 4-Oxovaleric acid, Laevulinic acid, Pentanoic acid, 4-oxo-.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Levulinic acid, 98%?
Levulinic acid, 98% has the molecular formula C5H8O3 and a molecular weight of 116.11 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-oxopentanoic acid.
Which grade and pack sizes of Levulinic acid, 98% can I order?
We supply Levulinic acid, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 100 g, 250 g, 1 kg, 5 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with Levulinic acid, 98%?
Yes. Every lot of Levulinic acid, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.
Can Levulinic acid, 98% be shipped internationally?
Yes. Levulinic acid, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.
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