Category:
Other Fine Chemicals
CAS NO:
7331-52-4
Standard:
In-house Standards,
| Chemical Name: | (S)-3-Hydroxy-gamma-butyrolactone |
| Molecular Formula: | C4H6O3 |
| Formula Weight: | 102.09 |
| CAS No.: | 7331-52-4 |
(S)-3-Hydroxy-gamma-butyrolactone is a chiral intermediate synthesized via asymmetric catalysis or enzymatic resolution. Its molecular formula is C4H6O3 and CAS number is 2501-78-4. This high-purity enantiomer serves as a critical building block for pharmaceutical synthesis.
Store in sealed containers under inert atmosphere at 2-8°C to prevent racemization. Handle with appropriate PPE; avoid inhalation and skin contact due to potential irritant properties.