Butyl levulinate
Also known as: Butyl 4-oxovalerate, Butyl 4-ketovalerate, Butyl 4-oxopentanoate, Butyl acetylpropionate, Butyl laevulinate, Levulinic acid butyl ester, n-Butyl levulinate, 4-Oxovaleric acid butyl ester, Pentanoic acid, 4-oxo-, butyl ester
Butyl levulinate (CAS 2052-15-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H16O3 and a molecular weight of 172.221 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 240.3±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 91.7±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2052-15-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1497860-0
- Molecular Formula
- C9H16O3
- Molecular Weight
- 172.221 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 240.3±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 91.7±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 172.109940 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | 1.46 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.426 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Butyl levulinate?
The CAS number of Butyl levulinate is 2052-15-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Butyl levulinate?
Butyl levulinate has molecular formula C9H16O3 and molecular weight 172.221 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Butyl levulinate?
For Butyl levulinate, Upstream Products: 5-(Chloromethyl)-2-furaldehyde, 1-Butanol, Butyl acrylate; Downstream Products: 5,5-Dimethyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one, γ-Valerolactone, 1-Butanol.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Butyl levulinate (CAS 2052-15-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1497860-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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