CAS 1193-79-9: 2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran

Description: 2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran is an organic compound characterized by its furan ring structure, which is a five-membered aromatic ring containing one oxygen atom. This compound features an acetyl group and a methyl group attached to the furan ring, specifically at the 2 and 5 positions, respectively. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a sweet, caramel-like odor, making it of interest in flavor and fragrance applications. The molecular formula of 2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran indicates it contains carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms, contributing to its reactivity and solubility in organic solvents. It is known for its role in various chemical reactions, including those involving electrophilic aromatic substitution due to the electron-donating nature of the methyl group. Additionally, 2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran can be synthesized through various methods, including the reaction of furan derivatives with acetylating agents. Its properties and reactivity make it a valuable compound in organic synthesis and industrial applications.

Formula: C₇H₈O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C7H8O2/c1-5-3-4-7(9-5)6(2)8/h3-4H,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=KEFJLCGVTHRGAH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O=C(C=1OC(=CC1)C)C

Synonyms:

• 1-(5-Methyl-2-furanyl)ethanone
• 1-(5-Methylfuran-2-Yl)Ethanone
• 1-(5-Methylfuran-2-yl)ethan-1-one
• 2-Acetyl-5-methylfural
• 2-Methyl-5-acetylfuran
• 5-Acetyl-2-methylfuran
• 5-Methyl-2-Acetyl Furan
• 5-Methyl-2-Acetylfuran
• 5-Methyl-2-furylethanone
• Ethanone, 1-(5-methyl-2-furanyl)-
• Ketone, methyl 5-methyl-2-furyl
• NSC 80404

2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran

CAS: 1193-79-9

• Formula: C₇H₈O₂
• Purity: >98.0%(GC)
• Color and Shape: Light yellow to Brown clear liquid
• Molecular weight: 124.14

2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran, 98+%

CAS: 1193-79-9

Glucose was transformed to various furan compounds and carboxylic acids derivatives by heat treatment of …

• Formula: C₇H₈O₂
• Purity: 98+%
• Color and Shape: Liquid, Clear yellow
• Molecular weight: 124.14

Ethanone, 1-(5-methyl-2-furanyl)-

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• Formula: C₇H₈O₂
• Purity: 98%
• Color and Shape: Liquid
• Molecular weight: 124.1372

1-(5-Methylfuran-2-yl)ethanone

CAS: 1193-79-9

• Purity: 98.0%
• Color and Shape: Liquid
• Molecular weight: 124.13899993896484

2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran

CAS: 1193-79-9

• Purity: 98+%
• Molecular weight: 124.14g/mol

2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran

CAS: 1193-79-9

Applications 2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran is a useful research chemical and a synthesis intermediate. References Rong, J., et …

• Formula: C₇H₈O₂
• Color and Shape: Neat
• Molecular weight: 124.137

5-Methyl-2-acetylfuran

CAS: 1193-79-9

5-Methyl-2-acetylfuran is a solid phase microextraction (SPME) sample that is used as an oxidation catalyst. …

• Purity: Min. 95%