CAS 541-57-1

4-Hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone

Description:

4-Hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone, also known as furaneol, is an organic compound characterized by its furan ring structure with a hydroxyl group and a carbonyl group. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a sweet, fruity aroma, often associated with the scent of strawberries and other fruits. This compound is soluble in water and organic solvents, making it versatile in various applications. It is primarily used as a flavoring agent in the food industry, contributing to the taste and aroma of various products. Additionally, 4-Hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone has been studied for its potential antioxidant properties and its role in the Maillard reaction, which is significant in food chemistry. The compound is stable under normal conditions but may undergo degradation when exposed to extreme pH or heat. Its safety profile indicates low toxicity, but like many chemicals, it should be handled with care in laboratory settings. Overall, 4-Hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone is notable for its sensory properties and its relevance in both food science and chemistry.

Formula: C₄H₄O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C4H4O3/c5-3-1-4(6)7-2-3/h1,5H,2H2

InChI key: InChIKey=JZQBAGOECGRTSA-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: OC1=CC(=O)OC1

Synonyms:

• 2(5H)-Furanone, 4-hydroxy-
• 3-Hydroxy-2H-furan-5-one
• 4-Hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone
• 4-Hydroxy-2,5-dihydrofuran-2-one
• 4-Hydroxy-5H-furan-2-one
• 4-hydroxyfuran-2(5H)-one
• 5-hydroxyfuran-3(2H)-one
• β-Tetronic acid

Tetronic acid, 96%

CAS: 541-57-1

Tetronic acid is used as a precursor of a variety of substituted and ring-fused furans and butenolides. It is an acidic building block for heterocyclic compounds for medicinal applications. It is used for selective O-alkyaltion reactions involving cesium fluoride. It is also used to prepare 3H-furo[

Formula: C₄H₄O₃

Purity: 96%

Color and Shape: White to cream to yellow, Crystals or powder or crystalline powder

Molecular weight: 100.07

Ref: 02-A14079

4-Hydroxy-2,5-dihydrofuran-2-one

CAS: 541-57-1

Formula: C₄H₄O₃

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 100.0728

Ref: IN-DA00342A

4-Hydroxyfuran-2(5H)-one

CAS: 541-57-1

Formula: C₄H₄O₃

Purity: >98.0%(GC)(T)

Color and Shape: White to Light yellow powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 100.07

Ref: 3B-H1890

4-Hydroxyfuran-2(5H)-one

CAS: 541-57-1

4-Hydroxyfuran-2(5H)-one

Purity: 96%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 100.07g/mol

Ref: 54-OR28721

4-Hydroxy-3H-furan-2-one

CAS: 541-57-1

Formula: C₄H₄O₃

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 100.016

Ref: 10-F075537

β-Tetronic Acid

CAS: 541-57-1

Formula: C₄H₄O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 100.073

Ref: TR-T309513