CAS 191666-22-5

2(3H)-Furanone,5-[(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)methyl]dihydro-,(5R)-(9CI)

Description:

2(3H)-Furanone, 5-[(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)methyl]dihydro-, (5R)-(9CI) is a chemical compound characterized by its furanone core structure, which is a five-membered lactone containing a carbonyl group adjacent to an ether. This compound features a dihydroxyphenyl group, indicating the presence of two hydroxyl (-OH) groups on a phenyl ring, which contributes to its potential biological activity and solubility properties. The stereochemistry at the 5-position is specified as (5R), indicating a particular spatial arrangement of atoms that can influence the compound's reactivity and interactions with biological systems. The presence of hydroxyl groups typically enhances hydrogen bonding capabilities, potentially affecting the compound's solubility in water and its interaction with other molecules. This compound may exhibit various pharmacological properties, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry and related fields. Its CAS number, 191666-22-5, uniquely identifies it in chemical databases, facilitating research and regulatory processes.

Formula: C₁₁H₁₂O₄

(4R)-5-(3',4'-Dihydroxyphenyl)-γ-valerolactone ((-)-Epicatechin Metabolite)

Controlled Product

CAS: 191666-22-5

Applications A metabolite of (-)-Epicatechin (E582260).
References Li, C. et al.: Chem. Res. Tox., 14, 702 (2001);

Formula: C₁₁H₁₂O₄

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 208.21

Ref: TR-D454525