γ-Valerolactone
Also known as: gamma-Valerolactone, 4-Valerolactone, 4-Methylbutyrolactone, 4,5-Dihydro-5-methyl-2(3H)-furanone, 5-Methyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone, 5-methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one, Dihydro-5-methyl-2(3H)-furanone, 4-Hydroxypentanoic acid lactone, γ-Methyl-γ-butyrolactone, γ-Valeryllactone
γ-Valerolactone (CAS 108-29-2) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O2 and a molecular weight of 100.12 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -31ºC, a boiling point of 206.6±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 81.1±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 108-29-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-43517-0
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8O2
- Molecular Weight
- 100.12 g/mol
- Category
- Esters
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -31ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 206.6±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 81.1±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 100.052429 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | -0.27 |
| Additional Property | 3.45 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.431 |
| Additional Property | MISCIBLE |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Andresen-Streichert, H., Jungen, H., Gehl, A., et al. Uptake of gamma-valerolactone--detection of gamma-hydroxyvaleric acid in human urine samples. J. Anal. Toxicol. 37(4), 250-254 (2013). |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2932209090 |
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| 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 γ-Valerolactone?
The CAS number of γ-Valerolactone is 108-29-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of γ-Valerolactone?
γ-Valerolactone has molecular formula C5H8O2 and molecular weight 100.12 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of γ-Valerolactone?
For γ-Valerolactone, Upstream Products: Methyl levulinate, Ethyl levulinate, alpha-Angelica lactone; Downstream Products: 5-Nonanone, Nonane, 2-Methylglutaric acid.
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