3-Oxotetrahydrofuran

Ref. 3D-FO34007

Product Information

• Name: 3-Oxotetrahydrofuran
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 3-Oxotetrahydrofuran is an organic compound that is classified as a heterocyclic compound. This chemical has a glycosidic bond with a hydroxyl group and a carbonyl group. 3-Oxotetrahydrofuran can be used to generate metal hydroxides, which are used in the synthesis of sodium-dependent glucose, or to reduce glucocorticoid receptors. 3-Oxotetrahydrofuran has been shown to have antioxidant properties and can be used for the treatment of inflammatory diseases and cancer. It also may act as an anti-inflammatory agent by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 86.09 g/mol
• Formula: C₄H₆O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Clear Colourless To Yellow To Brown Liquid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C4H6O2/c5-4-1-2-6-3-4/h1-3H2
• InChI key: InChIKey=JLPJFSCQKHRSQR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: O=C1CCOC1