Gamma-Butyrolactone PurCert Analytical Standard

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Linear Formula:  C4H6O2
Molecular Weight:  86.09 g/mol
CAS Number: 96-48-0

Properties

Vapour pressure ca.0.34 hPa at 20 °C
Water Solubility 1000 g/l at 20 °C
Autoignition temp. 435 °C
Explosion limit 16 %
Assay Purity >=99%
B pt. 204.6 °C at 1.013 hPa
M pt. -45 °C
Density 1.128 g/cm3
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H302,H318,H336
Precautionary Statement  P261 - P264 - P271 - P280 - P301 + P312 - P305 + P351 + P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29322090
Flash point 98 °C
Storage Temp. 2-8°C
Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids
UN Number NA

Description

Application
Gamma-Butyrolactone is used as an industrial solvent in the manufacture of electronics polymers resins coatings and specialty chemicals.

Purpose
Its primary purpose is to act as a solvent and chemical intermediate helping dissolve substances and serving as a raw material in various industrial production processes.

General Description
Gamma-Butyrolactone is a cyclic ester (lactone) known for its strong solvent properties high boiling point and ability to participate in chemical synthesis reactions.