Gamma Butyrolactone

• Product Name:Gamma Butyrolactone
• Synonyms: 4-Hydroxybutyric acid-gama-lactone GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE, REAGENTPLUS, >=99% 4-HYDROXYBUTANOIC ACID LACTONE 98+% & GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE, 99+% T-Butyrolactone CadionGr GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE,1.0MG/MLINMETHANOL GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE,REAGENT
• CAS:96-48-0
• MF:C4H6O2
• MW:86.09
• EINECS:202-509-5
• Mol File:96-48-0.mol
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Used as a chemical intermediate for making other chemicals, including pesticides, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals; as a solvent for paint, nail polish removers, and industrial chemicals. Used in electronics, drilling and petroleum industries as a stabilizer and solvent. Used as a flavoring agent in various foods and beverages, including grains and breakfast foods, candy, and alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks. Drug of abuse: the United States Food and Drug Administration has warned the public not to purchase or consume products, containing gamma-butyrolactone (GBL). FDA has also asked the companies that manufacture these products to voluntarily recall them. The agency has received reports of serious health problems—some that are potentially life-threatening—associated with the use of these products. Although labeled as dietary supplements and marketed under various brand names, these products are illegally marketed unapproved new drugs. False advertising claims include building muscles, improved physical performance, enhanced sex, reduced stress and induced sleep