Levulinic acid
Levulinic acid derived from the degradation of cellulose is a precursor for the synthesis of biofuels such as ethyl levulinate.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
123-76-2
Product Name Alternative
4-Oxovaleric acid | Laevulinic acid | β-Acetylpropionic acid
Purity
>98% (HPLC)
Solubility
Water: 100 mg/mL; DMSO: Soluble
Smiles
CC (=O) CCC (O) =O
Molecular Formula
C5H8O3
Molecular Weight
116.12
Storage Conditions
Storage temperature: -20°C. Stability: ≥ 2 years
Notes
For research use only.
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