ALPHA-METHYL-GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE
Synonym(s):4,5-Dihydro-3-methyl-2(3H)-furanone
- CAS NO.:1679-47-6
- Empirical Formula: C5H8O2
- Molecular Weight: 100.12
- MDL number: MFCD00005396
- EINECS: 216-846-0
- SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
- Update Date: 2026-05-28 04:54:10
What is ALPHA-METHYL-GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE?
The Uses of ALPHA-METHYL-GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE
ALPHA-METHYL-GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE was used as model compound in Bracketing experiments to investigate the thermodynamically favored site of reaction of pilocarpine.
The Uses of ALPHA-METHYL-GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE
α-Methyl-γ-butyrolactone was used as model compound in Bracketing experiments to investigate the thermodynamically favored site of reaction of pilocarpine.
Definition
ChEBI: Dihydro-3-methyl-2(3H)-furanone is a gamma-lactone.
General Description
α-Methyl-γ-butyrolactone undergoes benzylation to give racemic α-benzyl-α-methyl-γ-butyrolactone.
Properties of ALPHA-METHYL-GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE
| Boiling point: | 78-81 °C/10 mmHg (lit.) |
| Density | 1,06 g/cm3 |
| refractive index | n |
| Flash point: | 163 °F |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
| solubility | THF: soluble |
| form | clear liquid |
| color | Colorless to Almost colorless |
| BRN | 80418 |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 1679-47-6 |
Safety information for ALPHA-METHYL-GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE
| Signal word | Warning |
| Pictogram(s) |
![]() Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 |
| GHS Hazard Statements |
H227:Flammable liquids |
| Precautionary Statement Codes |
P210:Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P370+P378:In case of fire: Use … for extinction. P403+P235:Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P501:Dispose of contents/container to..… |
Computed Descriptors for ALPHA-METHYL-GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE
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