Delta-Valerolactone CAS 542-28-9

Delta-Valerolactone (CAS 542-28-9) Product Guide

Table of Contents

• 1. Product Overview & Specifications
• 2. Key Applications
• 3. Technical Parameters Comparison
• 4. Industry Use Cases
• 5. Client Success Stories
• 6. Safety & Handling
• 7. Supplier Information

1. Product Overview & Specifications

Chemical Name: δ-Valerolactone

CAS Number: 542-28-9

Molecular Formula: C₅H₈O₂

Molecular Weight: 100.12 g/mol

2. Key Applications

• Chemical Intermediate for polyester production
• Precursor for valeramide synthesis
• Flavor & fragrance component (FEMA 3103)
• Pharmaceutical intermediate
• Polymer modification agent

3. Technical Parameters Comparison

4. Industry Use Cases

4.1 Polymer Production

Enhances thermal stability in polyesters for automotive components.

4.2 Pharmaceutical Synthesis

Key intermediate for antispasmodic drug formulations.

5. Client Success Stories

Case 1: Specialty Chemicals Manufacturer

Challenge: Required high-purity lactone for heat-resistant coatings
Solution: Supplied 99.5% δ-Valerolactone in bulk quantities
Outcome: 15% improvement in product performance metrics

Case 2: Flavor & Fragrance Company

Challenge: Needed food-grade lactone for dairy flavor enhancement
Solution: Customized distillation process meeting FCC standards
Result: Successful commercialization in 8 markets

6. Safety & Handling

• GHS Classification: Eye Damage Category 1
• Recommended PPE: Chemical goggles, nitrile gloves
• First Aid: Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes if exposed

7. Supplier Information & Inquiry

For technical specifications or pricing:
Email: info@vivalr.com
Tel: (86) 15866781826

Request quotation for:
– Bulk orders (≥100kg)
– Custom purity requirements
– Regulatory documentation