CAS 4077-47-8

2,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxy-3(2H)-furanone

Description:

2,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxy-3(2H)-furanone, also known as "maltol," is an organic compound characterized by its furanone structure, which includes a five-membered lactone ring. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a sweet, caramel-like aroma, making it valuable in the food and fragrance industries as a flavoring agent. It has a relatively low boiling point and is soluble in organic solvents, which enhances its utility in various formulations. The presence of both methyl and methoxy groups contributes to its chemical stability and reactivity, allowing it to participate in various organic reactions. Additionally, 2,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxy-3(2H)-furanone exhibits antioxidant properties, which may provide benefits in food preservation. Its CAS number, 4077-47-8, is used for identification in chemical databases and regulatory contexts. Overall, this compound is notable for its sensory properties and potential applications in enhancing flavor profiles in culinary and cosmetic products.

Formula: C₇H₁₀O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C7H10O3/c1-4-6(8)7(9-3)5(2)10-4/h4H,1-3H3

InChI key: InChIKey=SIMKGHMLPVDSJE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O(C)C=1C(=O)C(C)OC1C

Synonyms:

• 2,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxy-2,3-dihydro-3-furanone
• 2,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxy-2,3-dihydro-furan-3-one
• 2,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxy-2H-furan-3-one
• 3(2H)-Furanone, 4-methoxy-2,5-dimethyl-
• 4-Methoxy-2,5-dimethyl-2,3-dihydrofuran-3-one
• 4-Methoxy-2,5-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone
• 4-Methoxy-2,5-dimethylfuran-3(2H)-one
• 4-Methoxy-2.5-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone
• FEMA No. 3664
• Fraision Methyl Ether
• Mesifuran

2,5-Dimethyl-4-Methoxy-3(2H)-Furanone

CAS: 4077-47-8

Formula: C₇H₁₀O₃

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 142.1525

Ref: IN-DA003FZK

4-Methoxy-2,5-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone

CAS: 4077-47-8

4-Methoxy-2,5-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone

Formula: C₇H₁₀O₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: pale yellow liquid

Molecular weight: 142.15g/mol

Ref: 54-OR926305

2,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxy-3(2H)-furanone

CAS: 4077-47-8

Formula: C₇H₁₀O₃

Purity: >97.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: Colorless to Yellow clear liquid

Molecular weight: 142.15

Ref: 3B-D3499

Mesifurane

CAS: 4077-47-8

Formula: C₇H₁₀O₃

Molecular weight: 142.15

Ref: 4Z-M-283001

Mesifurane-13C-d3

CAS: 4077-47-8

Formula: C₆₁₃CH₇D₃O₃

Molecular weight: 146.16

Ref: 4Z-M-283002

4-Methoxy-2,5-dimethylfuran-3(2H)-one

CAS: 4077-47-8

Formula: C₇H₁₀O₃

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: No data available.

Molecular weight: 142.154

Ref: 10-F235750

4-Methoxy-2,5-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone-D3

Controlled Product

CAS: 4077-47-8

Formula: C₇D₃H₇O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 145.171

Ref: TR-M916691