Levulinic Acid

• CAT Number: R040602
• CAS Number: 123-76-2
• Molecular Formula: C5H8O3
• Molecular Weight: 116.12
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 3-Acetylpropionic Acid; 3-Oxobutanecarboxylic Acid; 4-Ketovaleric Acid; 4-Oxopentanoic Acid; 4-Oxovaleric Acid; Laevulinic Acid; Levulic Acid; NSC 3716; β-Acetylpropionic Acid; γ-Ketovaleric Acid
• Target: Endogenous Metabolite
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 4-oxopentanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H8O3/c1-4(6)2-3-5(7)8/h2-3H2,1H3,(H,7,8)
• InChIKey: JOOXCMJARBKPKM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(=O)CCC(=O)O

Levulinic acid（Cat No.:R040602）, is a naturally occurring organic compound derived from biomass, particularly carbohydrates like glucose and fructose. It is a white crystalline solid at room temperature and is known for its versatility in various applications. Levulinic acid serves as a platform chemical for the production of a wide range of value-added chemicals and materials, including solvents, plasticizers, pharmaceuticals, and biofuels.