gamma-Valerolactone
![Ball-and-stick model of the γ-valerolactone molecule](/Images/godic/202501/16/Gamma-Valerolactone_3D_ball0638.png")
γ-Valerolactone (GVL) is an organic compound with the formula C5H8O2. This colourless liquid is one of the more common lactones. GVL is chiral but is usually used as the racemate. It is readily obtained from cellulosic biomass and is a potential fuel and green solvent.