| Identification | ||
| Name | delta-Valerolactone | |
| Synonyms | Tetrahydro-2H-2-pyranone | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C5H8O2 | |
| Molecular Weight | 100.12 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 542-28-9 | |
| EINECS | 208-807-1 | |
| Properties | ||
| Density | 1.079 | |
| Melting point | -13 ºC | |
| Boiling point | 230-60 ºC | |
| Refractive index | 1.456-1.459 | |
| Flash point | 112 ºC | |
| Water solubility | miscible | |