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Levulinic acid or 4-oxopentanoic acid is an organic compound with the formula CH3C(O)CH2CH2CO2H. It is classified as a keto acid. This white crystalline solid is soluble in water and polar organic solvents. It is derived from degradation of cellulose and is a potential precursor to biofuels.

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IUPAC name
4-Oxopentanoic acid

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