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Gamma-Valerolactone or γ-Valerolactone
The Abbreviation is GVL
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一. Description
Product Name: gamma-Valerolactone
CAS: 108-29-2
MF: C5H8O2
MW: 100.12
EINECS: 203-569-5
Melting point: −31 °C(lit.)
Boiling point: 207-208 °C(lit.)
Density: 1.05 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Vapor density: 3.45 (vs air)
Fefractive index: n20/D 1.432(lit.)
Fp: 204.8 °F
Form: Liquid
Color: Clear colorless
PH: 7 (H2O, 20℃)
二. Specification
Inspection items |
Specifications |
Results |
Appearance |
Colorless to slightly yellow liquid |
conform |
Odor |
Herbal, Sweet warm cocoa, woody |
conform |
Assay |
≥98% |
99.9% |
Refractive Index |
1.431-1.434 |
1.4334 |
Specific Gravity |
1.047-1.054 |
1.0521 |
Acid Value |
≤1.0% |
0.2% |
Conclusion |
conform |
三, Application
1.gamma-Valerolactone has strong ability of reaction, and can be used as solvent and various of related chemical intermediates.
2.gamma-Valerolactone is used as lubricant, plasticizer, gelling agent of nonionic surfactants, lactone class of leaded gasoline additive.
3.gamma-Valerolactone is also used for cellulose ester and synthetic fiber dyeing.
四. Storage
1. Store in a cool, ventilated warehouse.
2. Keep away from fire and heat sources.
3. Avoid direct sunlight.
4. Keep the container tightly closed.
5. It should be stored separately from oxidants, reducing agents, and acids, and avoid mixed storage.
6. Equipped with corresponding types and quantities of fire-fighting equipment.
7. The storage area should be equipped with leakage emergency treatment equipment and suitable storage materials.