(S)-(-)-α-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone

Also known as: (3S)-3-Hydroxydihydrofuran-2(3H)-one, (3S)-3-Hydroxydihydro-2(3H)-furanone, (S)-(-)-Dihydro-3-hydroxy-2(3H)-furanone, (S)-3-Hydroxydihydrofuran-2(3H)-one, (3S)-3-hydroxyoxolan-2-one, (S)-(-)-alpha-Hydroxy-gamma-butyrolactone, (S)-(-)-α-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone, (S)-2-Hydroxy-gamma-butyrolactone, (S)-2-Hydroxybutyrolactone, MFCD00211245

(S)-(-)-α-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone (CAS 52079-23-9) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H6O3 and a molecular weight of 102.089 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 249.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 122.1±13.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 52079-23-9
Jingsj CID: J-28970-6
Molecular Formula: C₄H₆O₃
Molecular Weight: 102.089 g/mol
Category: Esters
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	249.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	122.1±13.2 °C
Exact Mass	102.031693
PSA	46.53000
LogP	-1.83
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.506

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2932209090
Summary	2932209090. other lactones. 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 (S)-(-)-α-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone?

The CAS number of (S)-(-)-α-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone is 52079-23-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (S)-(-)-α-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone?

(S)-(-)-α-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone has molecular formula C4H6O3 and molecular weight 102.089 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (S)-(-)-α-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone?

For (S)-(-)-α-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone, Upstream Products: L-(-)-Malic acid, [(4R)-2,2-dimethyl-5-oxo-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl]acetic acid, (5S)-5-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-one.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "(S)-(-)-α-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone (CAS 52079-23-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-28970-6 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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