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delta-Valerolactam, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
delta-Valerolactam is the starting material for a new route to hexahydrojulolidines, using intramolecular 1,4-cycloaddition. It is used as an intermediate in the preparation of other chemicals.
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delta-Valerolactam is the starting material for a new route to hexahydrojulolidines, using intramolecular 1,4-cycloaddition. It is used as an intermediate in the preparation of other chemicals.
Solubility
Soluble in water.
Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 35°C to 39°C |
Boiling Point | 255°C to 257°C |
Flash Point | 147°C (296°F) |
Quantity | 25 g |
Beilstein | 106434 |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 99.13 |
Percent Purity | ≥98% |
Chemical Name or Material | delta-Valerolactam |
Safety and Handling

- delta-Valerolactam
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 2-Piperidinone
RUO – Research Use Only
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