DL-Mevalonolactone

Also known as: (±)-Mevalonolactone, (3RS)-mevalonolactone, (RS)-mevalonolactone, (S/R)-mevalonolactone, D,L-Mevalonic acid lactone, DL-Mevalolactone, DL-mevalonic acid lactone, Mevalonic acid lactone, MFCD00006648, EINECS 211-615-0

DL-Mevalonolactone (CAS 674-26-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10O3 and a molecular weight of 130.14200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 28 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 145-150 °C5 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.189 g/cm3 and a flash point of >110.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.: 674-26-0
Jingsj CID: J-27119-2
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight: 130.14200 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	28 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	145-150 °C5 mm Hg(lit.)
Density	1.189 g/cm3
Flash Point	>110.0 °C
Exact Mass	130.06300
PSA	46.53000
LogP	0.07440
Refractive Index	n20/D 1.473(lit.)

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Domingos SR, et al. On the structural intricacies of a metabolic precursor: Direct spectroscopic detection of water-induced conformational reshaping of mevalonolactone. J Chem Phys. 2017 Sep 28;147(12):124310. [2]. Cecatto C, et al. Mevalonolactone disrupts mitochondrial functions and induces permeability transition pore opening in rat brain mitochondria: Implications for the pathogenesis of mevalonic aciduria. Neurochem Int. 2017 Sep;108:133-145.

Additional Information

[1]. Domingos SR, et al. On the structural intricacies of a metabolic precursor: Direct spectroscopic detection of water-induced conformational reshaping of mevalonolactone. J Chem Phys. 2017 Sep 28;147(12):124310. [2]. Cecatto C, et al. Mevalonolactone disrupts mitochondrial functions and induces permeability transition pore opening in rat brain mitochondria: Implications for the pathogenesis of mevalonic aciduria. Neurochem Int. 2017 Sep;108:133-145.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2932999099
Summary	2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of DL-Mevalonolactone?

The CAS number of DL-Mevalonolactone is 674-26-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of DL-Mevalonolactone?

DL-Mevalonolactone has molecular formula C6H10O3 and molecular weight 130.14200 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of DL-Mevalonolactone?

For DL-Mevalonolactone, Upstream Products: 3-Methyl-1,3,5-pentanetriol, 3-Hydroxy-3-methylglutaric Anhydride, Trimethylsilyl acetate; Downstream Products: 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaric acid, D-Mevalonolactone, 3-Methyl-1,3,5-pentanetriol.

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Last updated: 11/3/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "DL-Mevalonolactone (CAS 674-26-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-27119-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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