Cat Number: API123762

Levulinic acid

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CAS Number

123-76-2

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 Weight

116.11

Molecular Formula

C5H8O3

EINECS

204-649-2

SMILES

CC(=O)CCC(=O)O

Appearance

yellow to brown liquid which may congeal

pKa

4.64 (at 18 ℃)