gamma-Methylene-gamma-butyrolactone
Also known as: 5-methylideneoxolan-2-one, 5-methylenedihydro-2(5H)-furanone, 5-methylenedihydrofuran-2(3H)-one, dihydro-5-methylenefuran-2(3H)-one, 4,5-dihydro-5-methylene-2(3H)-furanone, 4-pentene-4-olide, alpha'-angelica lactone, 2(3H)-furanone, dihydro-5-methylene-, MFCD00042762
gamma-Methylene-gamma-butyrolactone (CAS 10008-73-8) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H6O2 and a molecular weight of 98.09990 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 18ºC, a boiling point of 186.7ºC at 760 mmHg ，80ºC17 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.07 g/cm3 and a flash point of 76.7ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction and H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 10008-73-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-38014-6
- Molecular Formula
- C5H6O2
- Molecular Weight
- 98.09990 g/mol
- Category
- Esters
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 18ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 186.7ºC at 760 mmHg ，80ºC17 mm Hg(lit.) |
| Density | 1.07 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 76.7ºC |
| Exact Mass | 98.03680 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 0.83710 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.654mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.466(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
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 gamma-Methylene-gamma-butyrolactone?
The CAS number of gamma-Methylene-gamma-butyrolactone is 10008-73-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of gamma-Methylene-gamma-butyrolactone?
gamma-Methylene-gamma-butyrolactone has molecular formula C5H6O2 and molecular weight 98.09990 g/mol.
Is gamma-Methylene-gamma-butyrolactone hazardous?
gamma-Methylene-gamma-butyrolactone has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction; H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled.
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