Levulinic Acid is derived from the degredation of cellulose and is a potential precursor to biofuels. Levulinic acid is also a photosensitizer for photodynamic therapy.
SKU | RCLST005973 |
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CAS number | 123-76-2 |
Molecular Formula | C5H8O3 |
Catalog Number | RCLST005973 |
Chemical Name | Levulinic Acid |
Synonyms | 3-Acetylpropionic Acid; 3-Oxobutanecarboxylic Acid; 4-Ketovaleric Acid; 4-Oxopentanoic Acid; 4-Oxovaleric Acid; Laevulinic Acid; Levulic Acid; NSC 3716; β-Acetylpropionic Acid; γ-Ketovaleric Acid |
Boiling Pt | No Data Available |
Molecular Weight | 116.12 |
Melting Pt | N/A |
Storage Condition | Refrigerator |
Stability | No Data Available |
Appearance | Clear Colourless to Pale Yellow Oil |
Solubility | Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly) |
HS Commidity Code | 2918.30.9000 |