β-Methyl-γ-octalactone

β-甲基-γ-辛醇内酯

Also known as: Whiskey lactone, Whisky lactone, 3-Methyl-4-octanolide, (±)-5-Butyl-4-methyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone, 5-Butyl-4-methyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone, 5-Butyldihydro-4-methyl-2(3H)-furanone, 5-butyl-4-methyloxolan-2-one, 2(3H)-Furanone, 5-butyldihydro-4-methyl-, beta-Methyl-gamma-octanolactone, beta-Methyl-gamma-octalactone

β-Methyl-γ-octalactone (CAS 39212-23-2) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H16O2 and a molecular weight of 156.222 g/mol. It is also known as Whiskey lactone, Whisky lactone and 3-Methyl-4-octanolide. Key properties include a boiling point of 246.5±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 95.6±15.9 °C. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

39212-23-2

Jingsj CID

J-1426646-9

Molecular Formula

C₉H₁₆O₂

Chinese Name

β-甲基-γ-辛醇内酯

Molecular Weight

156.222 g/mol

Category

Alcohols

Last updated

8/21/2026