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beta-butyrolactone

CAS 3068-88-0C4H6O2MW 86.09

beta-butyrolactone (CAS 3068-88-0) — formula C4H6O2, molecular weight 86.09; category organic chemicals.

Product Description

beta-butyrolactone (CAS 3068-88-0) is a chemical raw material in the organic chemicals category. Its molecular formula C4H6O2 comprises 4 C, 6 H, 2 O atoms. Its molecular weight is about 86.09. Reported physicochemical data: melting point around -46.3 °F (NTP, 1992), boiling point around 160 to 163 °F at 29 mmHg (NTP, 1992), LogP about 0.3. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.

Product Overview

CAS Number3068-88-0
Molecular FormulaC4H6O2
Molecular Weight86.09
Melting Point-46.3 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point160 to 163 °F at 29 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
LogP0.3
Applications2-Oxetanone, 4-methyl-: ACTIVE
CategoryOrganic Chemicals

Applications

Documented applications: 2-Oxetanone, 4-methyl-: ACTIVE.

Technical Profile

What this product is

beta-butyrolactone is a carbon-based organic compound with CAS registry number 3068-88-0 and molecular formula C4H6O2 (molecular weight 86.09), belonging to the organic chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.

Identification

CAS number: 3068-88-0

Its molecular formula C4H6O2 comprises 4 C, 6 H, 2 O atoms.

Also known as: beta-butyrolactone · β-丁内酯

Category: organic chemicals

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of beta-butyrolactone?

The CAS registry number of beta-butyrolactone is 3068-88-0.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of beta-butyrolactone?

Molecular formula C4H6O2, molecular weight 86.09.

What other names is beta-butyrolactone known by?

It is also registered under: beta-butyrolactone, β-丁内酯.

What are the documented applications of beta-butyrolactone?

Recorded applications: 2-Oxetanone, 4-methyl-: ACTIVE.

Which category does beta-butyrolactone belong to?

Category: Organic Chemicals.

Packaging & documentation

Packaging is agreed per order, from lab-scale packs to bulk, and confirmed with each order rather than fixed on the page. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) ships with every batch and MSDS is available; where the end use carries a regulatory limit (food contact, pharmaceutical or cosmetic), state the standard at enquiry and the grade is set against it.

PubChem Public Data

Independent reference data for beta-butyrolactone (CAS 3068-88-0), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

CAS Registry Number3068-88-0
PubChem CID18303
Molecular formulaC4H6O2
IUPAC name4-methyloxetan-2-one
UNII (FDA)8BB68V31MT

Computed descriptors

Molecular Weight86.09
XLogP30.3
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count2
Rotatable Bond Count0
Exact Mass86.036779430
Monoisotopic Mass86.036779430
Topological Polar Surface Area26.3
Heavy Atom Count6

Physicochemical values on record

Boiling Point160 to 163 °F at 29 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Melting Point-46.3 °F (NTP, 1992)
Flash Point140 °F (NTP, 1992)
Vapor Pressure1.65 [mmHg]

Synonyms and trade names

beta-Butyrolactone; 3068-88-0; 2-Oxetanone, 4-methyl-; 4-METHYL-2-OXETANONE; Hydroxybutyric acid lactone; DTXSID1020223; 8BB68V31MT; DTXCID50223; RefChem:119217; DL-BETA-BUTYROLACTONE; 221-330-3; 253-093-7; 4-Methyloxetan-2-one; (+/-)-b-Butyrolactone; b-Butyrolactone; .beta.-Butyrolactone

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statementsH226 (100%), H315 (100%), H319 (97.6%), H351 (100%), H350, H341

H226 (100%): Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]

H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

beta-butyrolactone · CAS 3068-88-0 · C4H6O2. UNII 8BB68V31MT. Boiling Point: 160 to 163 °F at 29 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Melting Point: -46.3 °F (NTP, 1992); Flash Point: 140 °F (NTP, 1992).

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.

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