DL-Pantolactone
Also known as: DL-Pantoyl lactone, rac-Pantolactone, Dihydro-3-hydroxy-4,4-dimethyl-2(3H)-furanone, Pantolactone, DL-alpha-Hydroxy-beta,beta-dimethyl-gamma-butyrolactone, (R)-(−)-Pantolactone, (R)-Pantolactone, DL-Lactone, DL-R-Butyrolactone, α-Hydroxy-β,β-dimethyl-γ-butyrolactone, 3-Hydroxy-4,4-dimethyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone, 2-Oxo-4,4-dimethyl-3-hydroxytetrahydrofuran
DL-Pantolactone (CAS 79-50-5) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10O3 and a molecular weight of 130.142 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 74-78 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 224.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 99.0±13.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 79-50-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-911680-5
- Molecular Formula
- C6H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 130.142 g/mol
- Category
- Esters
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 74-78 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 224.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 99.0±13.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 130.062988 |
| PSA | 49.83000 |
| LogP | -0.80 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.469 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Goodhue CT, et, al. The bacterial degradation of pantothenic acid. 3. Enzymatic formation of aldopantoic acid. Biochemistry. 1966 Feb;5(2):403-8. [2]. Shimizu S, et, al. Optical resolution of pantolactone by a novel fungal enzyme, lactonohydrolase. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 1996 Oct 12;799:650-8. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of DL-Pantolactone?
The CAS number of DL-Pantolactone is 79-50-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of DL-Pantolactone?
DL-Pantolactone has molecular formula C6H10O3 and molecular weight 130.142 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of DL-Pantolactone?
For DL-Pantolactone, Upstream Products: Dihydro-4,4-dimethyl-2,3-furandione, 2,4-Dihydroxy-3,3-dimethylbutanamide, Ethyl pyruvate; Downstream Products: 2,4-Dihydroxy-3,3-dimethylbutanamide, 3-Hydroxy-4,4-dimethylpyrrolidin-2-one, (R)-α-Acryloyloxy-β,β-dimethyl-γ-butyrolactone.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "DL-Pantolactone (CAS 79-50-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-911680-5 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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