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BioFuran Materials LLC Sodium Levulinate

Sodium levulinate (NaOOCCH2CH2COCH3) is an off-white powder which is slightly soluble in water and methanol. Sodium levulinate protects products from the growth of microorganisms without altering the integrity of other ingredients.

INCI Name: Sodium Levulinate

Chemical Name: Sodium Levulinate

CAS Number: 19856-23-6

Functions: Anti-Microbial Agent, Anti-Microbial Agent, Anti-Septic, Anti-Septic, Conditioner, Preservative, Reagent

Synonyms: 4-Oxopentanoic acid sodium salt

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
CAS No.
19856-23-6
EC No.
243-378-4

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Skin Care Applications
Recommended Uses & Known Applications

It is widely used as 

  • An antimicrobial agent
  • A skin-conditioning agent in cosmetics and other personal care products
  • A preservative
  • An antiseptic

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White to off-white granular powder
Odor
Very faint levulinic acid odor
Soluble in
Dimethyl sulfoxide
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight138.1g/mol
Purity98%