3709-08-8

Basic information

• Product Name: ALPHA,ALPHA-DIMETHYL-GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE
• Synonyms: DIHYDRO-3,3-DIMETHYL-2(3H)-FURANONE;GAMMA-DIMETHYL BUTYROLACTONE;ALPHA,ALPHA-DIMETHYL-GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE;2(3H)-Furanone, dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-;3,3-Dimethyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone;3,3-Dimethyl-dihydro-furan-2-one;2,2-dimethyl-4-butyrolactone;3,3-Dimethyltetrahydrofuran-2-one
• CAS NO: 3709-08-8
• Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₀O₂
• Molecular Weight: 114.14
• Mol File: 3709-08-8.mol
• Article Data: 14

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 6 °C
• Boiling Point: 194 °C / 27mmHg
• Flash Point: 66.9 °C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.01
• Vapor Pressure: 0.513mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.4300-1.4340
• CAS DataBase Reference: ALPHA,ALPHA-DIMETHYL-GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: ALPHA,ALPHA-DIMETHYL-GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE(3709-08-8)
• EPA Substance Registry System: ALPHA,ALPHA-DIMETHYL-GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE(3709-08-8)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 3709-08-8(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Alpha,alpha-dimethyl-gamma-butyrolactone, also known as dihydro-2(3H)-furanone, is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C6H10O2. It is a colorless liquid with a characteristic fruity odor and is used as a flavoring agent in the food industry. It is also used in the production of pharmaceuticals and as a solvent in various chemical processes. Alpha,alpha-dimethyl-gamma-butyrolactone is considered to be relatively safe for use in food and pharmaceutical applications, with no known adverse health effects at typical exposure levels. However, it should be handled with care and proper safety precautions, as it is flammable and may cause irritation to the skin and eyes.

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

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