(S)-3-Hydroxy-gamma-butyrolactone

• CAT Number: L014353
• CAS Number: 7331-52-4
• Molecular Formula: C4H6O3
• Molecular Weight: 102.09
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: (4S)-4-hydroxyoxolan-2-one
• InChI: InChI=1S/C4H6O3/c5-3-1-4(6)7-2-3/h3,5H,1-2H2/t3-/m0/s1
• InChIKey: FUDDLSHBRSNCBV-VKHMYHEASA-N
• SMILES: C1[C@@H](COC1=O)O

(S)-3-Hydroxy-γ-butyrolactone（Cat No.:L014353）is a chiral lactone with the molecular formula C4H6O3, featuring a hydroxyl group at the 3-position and an (S)-configuration at its stereocenter. It is a naturally occurring compound and an important building block in organic synthesis, especially for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This compound plays a key role in the synthesis of chiral intermediates, including statins, antibiotics, and other bioactive molecules. Its rigid five-membered ring and stereochemistry make it valuable for enantioselective reactions and asymmetric synthesis, contributing to the development of compounds with precise biological activity.