Beta-propiolactone 57-57-8 - Boiling Point: 162.3 A

Beta-Propiolactone (BPL), CAS No. 57-57-8, is an organic compound with the molecular formula Ca Ha Oa and a molecular weight of 72.06 g/mol. It is a colorless, transparent liquid that is soluble in water and many common organic solvents.

BPL is known for its strong alkylating properties and is widely used in biological manufacturing to inactivate viruses while preserving the antigenic activity of biological products. It has applications in the production of rabies and influenza vaccines, blood plasma disinfection, and the sterilization of certain biological products. It is also used as a fine chemical intermediate in the synthesis of thiol derivatives and modified polymer materials.

The product is typically manufactured using strict distillation purification processes to minimize polymer impurities and maintain consistent batch quality. It is commonly supplied in sealed brown containers and transported under cold-chain conditions where required. Standard documentation such as a Certificate of Analysis (COA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS), and applicable dangerous goods documentation may be provided for regulatory and quality assurance purposes.