High-Quality γ-Valerolactone (CAS No. 108-29-2)
γ-Valerolactone (GVL) is a versatile, biodegradable organic solvent and renewable chemical intermediate derived from biomass. It possesses excellent solvency, low volatility, high boiling point, and outstanding chemical stability, making it an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional petroleum-based solvents.
Specfition
| Test Item | Specification |
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
| Odor | Sweet and herbaceous aroma |
| Refractive index (20℃) | 1.43–1.436 |
| Relative density (20/20℃) | 1.04–1.06 |
| Content by chromatography (%) | 95–100 |
| Acid value (as KOH) / (mg/g) | 0–5 |
Key Features & Benefits
- High purity and consistent quality
- Excellent solvent performance
- Renewable and biodegradable
- Low volatility with a high boiling point
- Good thermal and chemical stability
- Low toxicity and environmentally friendly
- Miscible with water and many organic solvents
- Suitable for laboratory and industrial applications
Applications
γ-Valerolactone is widely used as a green solvent in pharmaceutical synthesis, fine chemical manufacturing, agrochemical production, and catalytic reactions. It serves as an environmentally friendly replacement for traditional organic solvents in a variety of industrial processes.
In the pharmaceutical industry, GVL is employed as a reaction solvent, extraction solvent, crystallization medium, and intermediate for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and pharmaceutical intermediates.
Within the coatings, inks, and adhesives industry, γ-Valerolactone functions as a high-boiling solvent that improves formulation stability, flow characteristics, and coating performance while reducing volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions.
The product is also extensively used in lithium-ion battery technology as a solvent or electrolyte additive, contributing to enhanced electrochemical performance and battery stability.
In addition, γ-Valerolactone is utilized in the manufacture of fragrances, flavors, specialty polymers, resin systems, cleaning formulations, biomass conversion processes, and sustainable chemical production. It is also widely adopted in academic research, green chemistry, catalysis, and materials science due to its excellent physicochemical properties.
Packaging
Standard packaging options include 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, 200 kg, and 1000 kg IBC containers. Small quantities are supplied in sealed HDPE bottles, while bulk shipments are packaged in high-density polyethylene drums or coated steel drums to ensure product integrity during storage and transportation. Customized packaging, OEM labeling, and private-label services are available according to customer requirements.
Product Advantages
- Excellent solvency for a broad range of organic compounds
- Renewable and sustainable raw material source
- Low environmental impact
- High flash point for safer handling
- Outstanding chemical compatibility
- Excellent thermal stability
- Low vapor pressure reduces solvent loss
- Suitable for green chemistry and sustainable manufacturing
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