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Levulinic acid (CAS 123-76-2)

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Alternate Names:
4-Oxovaleric acid
Application:
Levulinic acid is a compound derived from the degredation of cellulose
CAS Number:
123-76-2
Purity:
98%
Molecular Weight:
116.12
Molecular Formula:
C5H8O3
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Levulinic acid is an organic acid with diverse applications in both industry and agriculture. Known for its high reactivity, it exhibits a broad spectrum of biochemical effects. It is thought to function as a proton donor, aiding in the transfer of protons between molecules. Furthermore, it has demonstrated interactions with proteins, enzymes, and various other molecules.


Levulinic acid (CAS 123-76-2) References

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  2. Development of heterogeneous catalysts for the conversion of levulinic acid to γ-valerolactone.  |  Wright, WR. and Palkovits, R. 2012. ChemSusChem. 5: 1657-67. PMID: 22890968
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  7. Combination of levulinic acid and sodium dodecyl sulfate on inactivation of foodborne microorganisms: A review.  |  Zhou, M., et al. 2020. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 60: 2526-2531. PMID: 31397170
  8. Microbial and enzymatic conversion of levulinic acid, an alternative building block to fermentable sugars from cellulosic biomass.  |  Habe, H., et al. 2020. Appl Microbiol Biotechnol. 104: 7767-7775. PMID: 32770274
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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Levulinic acid, 50 g

sc-257670
50 g
$48.00

Levulinic acid, 250 g

sc-257670A
250 g
$63.00