Description

Benzyl Levulinate is a versatile ester compound valued for its unique chemical properties and functional performance. It serves as a crucial intermediate and specialty ingredient in high-value manufacturing processes, offering excellent solvency and reactivity. This product is essential for industries focused on fragrance creation, pharmaceutical synthesis, and advanced material development, where purity and consistency are paramount.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a precursor or a fixative agent in the synthesis of complex aromatic compounds and perfumes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Polymer and Resin Modification: Employed as a plasticizer or a reactive diluent to modify the properties of specialty polymers and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a protected form of levulinic acid or as a benzyl ester reagent in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Solvent and Carrier: Functions as a high-boiling-point solvent for resins, dyes, and other organic materials in specialized formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl Levulinate
CAS No.	6939-75-9
Molecular Formula	C12H14O3
Molecular Weight	206.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl 4-oxopentanoate; Benzyl γ-ketovalerate; 4-Oxopentanoic acid phenylmethyl ester; Levulinic acid benzyl ester; Phenylmethyl 4-oxopentanoate; γ-Ketovaleric acid benzyl ester
EINECS	230-073-5

Quality Control

Our Benzyl Levulinate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is available for every batch to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.510 - 1.520
Density (20°C)	1.090 - 1.110 g/mL

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