CAS 13861-97-7

β,β-Dimethyl-γ-butyrolactone

Description:

β,β-Dimethyl-γ-butyrolactone, with the CAS number 13861-97-7, is a cyclic ester belonging to the class of γ-butyrolactones. This compound features a five-membered lactone ring with two methyl groups attached to the β-position, which influences its physical and chemical properties. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor. The substance is known for its moderate polarity and can act as a solvent for various organic compounds. Its boiling point and melting point suggest it remains liquid under standard conditions, making it useful in various applications, including as a solvent in chemical synthesis and as an intermediate in organic chemistry. Additionally, β,β-Dimethyl-γ-butyrolactone exhibits low toxicity, but like many organic solvents, it should be handled with care to avoid inhalation or skin contact. Its reactivity profile includes potential participation in nucleophilic reactions due to the electrophilic nature of the carbonyl group in the lactone structure.

Formula: C₆H₁₀O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H10O2/c1-6(2)3-5(7)8-4-6/h3-4H2,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=LZAKUZBAAQDJCF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: CC1(C)CC(=O)OC1

Synonyms:

• 2(3H)-Furanone, dihydro-4,4-dimethyl-
• 3,3-Dimethylbutyrolactone
• 4,4-Dimethylbutyrolactone
• 4,4-Dimethyldihydro-2(5H)-furanone
• 4,4-dimethyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one
• Brn 0107181
• Butyric acid, 4-hydroxy-3,3-dimethyl-, γ-lactone
• Dihydro-4,4-dimethyl-2(3H)-furanone
• beta,beta-Dimethylbutylrolacton
• beta,beta-Dimethylbutylrolacton [German]
• β,β-Dimethyl-γ-butyrolactone

2(3H)-Furanone, dihydro-4,4-dimethyl-

CAS: 13861-97-7

Formula: C₆H₁₀O₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 114.1424

Ref: IN-DA0018V2

4,4-Dimethyl-butyrolactone

CAS: 13861-97-7

Formula: C₆H₁₀O₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 114.144

Ref: 10-F095093