CAS 517-23-7

2-Acetylbutyrolactone

Description:

2-Acetylbutyrolactone, with the CAS number 517-23-7, is a cyclic ester, specifically a gamma-lactone, that features a five-membered ring structure. It is characterized by the presence of an acetyl group attached to the butyrolactone framework, which contributes to its unique chemical properties. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a sweet, pleasant odor, making it of interest in flavoring and fragrance applications. It is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether but has limited solubility in water. 2-Acetylbutyrolactone can undergo various chemical reactions, including hydrolysis and esterification, and is often used as an intermediate in organic synthesis. Additionally, it has potential applications in pharmaceuticals and as a building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. Safety data indicates that it should be handled with care, as it may cause irritation upon contact with skin or eyes. Overall, 2-acetylbutyrolactone is a versatile compound with significant industrial and research relevance.

Formula: C₆H₈O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H8O3/c1-4(7)5-2-3-9-6(5)8/h5H,2-3H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=OMQHDIHZSDEIFH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C)(=O)C1C(=O)OCC1

Synonyms:

• (3R)-3-acetyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one
• (3S)-3-acetyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one
• 2(3H)-Furanone, 3-acetyldihydro-
• 2-Acetyl-Sulfo-gamma-butyrolactone
• 2-Acetyl-γ-butyrolactone
• 2-Acetylbutanolide
• 2-Oxo-3-acetyltetrahydrofuran
• 3-Acetyl-4,5-dihydro-2(3H)-furanone
• 3-Acetyl-4,5-dihydro-3H-2-furanone
• 3-Acetyl-4,5-dihydrofuran-2-one
• 3-Acetyl-dihydro-2(3H)-furanone
• 3-Acetyl-dihydro-furan-2-one
• 3-Acetyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone
• 3-Acetyldihydrofuran-2-one
• 3-Acetyloxolan-2-one
• 3-Acetyltetrahydro-2-furanone
• 3-acetyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one
• ABL
• Acetoacetic acid, 2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-, γ-lactone
• Dihydro-3-acetyl-2(3H)-furanone
• NSC 2019
• alpha-Acetyl-gamma-butyrolactone
• α-(2-Hydroxyethyl)acetoacetic acid γ-lactone
• α-Acetobutyrolactone
• α-Acetyl-γ-butyrolactone
• α-Acetyl-γ-butyrrolactone
• α-Acetyl-γ-hydroxybutyric acid γ-lactone

α-Acetyl-γ-butyrolactone, 98+%

CAS: 517-23-7

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Formula: C₆H₈O₃

Purity: 98+%

Color and Shape: Liquid, Clear colorless

Molecular weight: 128.13

Ref: 02-B22967

2-Acetylbutyrolactone

CAS: 517-23-7

Formula: C₆H₈O₃

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 128.1259

Ref: IN-DA00332N

2-Acetylbutyrolactone

CAS: 517-23-7

2-Acetylbutyrolactone

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 128.13g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1010244

α-Acetyl-γ-butyrolactone

CAS: 517-23-7

Formula: C₆H₈O₃

Purity: >99.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: Colorless to Almost colorless clear liquid

Molecular weight: 128.13

Ref: 3B-A0681

2-Acetylbutyrolactone

CAS: 517-23-7

Color and Shape: Neat

Ref: 86-MM0491.25

2-Acetylbutyrolactone

CAS: 517-23-7

2-Acetylbutyrolactone is a chemical compound that is used as a precursor to pharmaceuticals. It has been shown to react with sodium carbonate and amines in the presence of water to form esters. 2-Acetylbutyrolactone can be used as an anti-inflammatory agent by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis. This drug also has the ability to act as a solid catalyst for palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions, which are used in organic synthesis. 2-Acetylbutyrolactone is also capable of forming noncovalent interactions with fatty acids and hydroxyl groups on proteins.

Formula: C₆H₈O₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Clear Liquid

Molecular weight: 128.13 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FA17111

3-Acetyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one

CAS: 517-23-7

Formula: C₆H₈O₃

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 128.127

Ref: 10-F462873

2-Acetylbutyrolactone

Controlled Product

CAS: 517-23-7

Applications An intermediate in the synthesis of 2,4-disubstituted pyridines. A fluorogenic reagent for the spectrofluorimetric determination of primary amines.
References Toche, R.B. et al.: H. Heterocyclic Chem., 45, 1711 (2008); Sabry, S.M., J. Pharm. Biomed. Anal., 40, 1057 (2006);

Formula: C₆H₈O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 128.13

Ref: TR-A171250