Description

Levulinic Acid is a versatile, short-chain keto acid with significant industrial importance as a platform chemical derived from renewable biomass. Its bifunctional structure, containing both a ketone and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing a wide range of high-value derivatives. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking sustainable and reactive intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including calcium levulinate (a calcium source) and diphenolic acid.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive sites for derivatization.
• Resin & Polymer Modifier: Serves as a component in the manufacture of polyester resins, plasticizers, and acrylic derivatives, enhancing material properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed as a starting material for creating esters and lactones that contribute to savory and sweet flavor notes.
• Green Solvent & Fuel Additive: Acts as a precursor for levulinate esters (e.g., ethyl levulinate), which are used as biodegradable solvents and potential fuel oxygenates.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into formulations for its chelating and skin-conditioning properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Levulinic Acid
CAS No.	123-76-2
Molecular Formula	C5H8O3
Molecular Weight	116.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Oxopentanoic Acid; 3-Acetylpropionic Acid; γ-Ketovaleric Acid; Laevulinic Acid; Levulic Acid; 4-Ketovaleric Acid; 3-Acetylpropanoic Acid; β-Acetylpropionic Acid
EINECS	204-649-2

Quality Control

Our Levulinic Acid is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is tested against comprehensive specifications, including assay, identity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with major regulatory frameworks, including REACH, and can supply grades suitable for various industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. The material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid / Crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.