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D-(+)-Ribonic acid gamma-lactone

Also known as: D-Ribonolactone, D-Ribono-1,4-lactone, D-Ribonic acid gamma-lactone, D-(+)-Ribono-1,4-lactone, D-(+)-Ribonic γ-lactone, D-Ribose-lactone, D-Ribonolactone, D-Ribonic acid, γ-lactone, D-(+)-Ribonic acid γ-lactone, D-(+)-Ribonic acid G-lactone, 3,4-Dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)dihydrofuran-2(3H)-one, (3R,4S,5R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-one, gamma-Lactone of ribonic acid, NSC 1031

D-(+)-Ribonic acid gamma-lactone (CAS 5336-08-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O5 and a molecular weight of 148.114 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 83-85ºC, a boiling point of 364.3±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 162.8±12.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5336-08-3
Jingsj CID
J-43580-3
Molecular Formula
C5H8O5
Molecular Weight
148.114 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point83-85ºC
Boiling Point364.3±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.7±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point162.8±12.8 °C
Exact Mass148.037170
PSA86.99000
LogP-2.47
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.581

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Huber RE, et al. Strong inhibitory effect of furanoses and sugar lactones on beta-galactosidase Escherichia coli. Biochemistry. 1987 Mar 24;26(6):1526-31.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932209090
Summary2932209090. 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 D-(+)-Ribonic acid gamma-lactone?

The CAS number of D-(+)-Ribonic acid gamma-lactone is 5336-08-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of D-(+)-Ribonic acid gamma-lactone?

D-(+)-Ribonic acid gamma-lactone has molecular formula C5H8O5 and molecular weight 148.114 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of D-(+)-Ribonic acid gamma-lactone?

For D-(+)-Ribonic acid gamma-lactone, Upstream Products: 2,3-O-Isopropylidene-D-ribonic gamma-lactone, L-Arabinonic acid, calcium salt (2:1); Downstream Products: (3aR,6S,6aR)-6-((tert-Butyldimethylsilyloxy)methyl)-2,2-dimethyldihydrofuro[3,4-d][1,3]dioxol-4(3aH)-one, D-Ribose, (5S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)dihydro-2(3H)-furanone.

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