Description

Methyl 2-Thiofuroate is a sulfur-containing heterocyclic ester, a key flavor and fragrance intermediate. This compound is valued for its unique organoleptic properties, contributing roasted, meaty, and savory notes to complex flavor profiles. It is primarily utilized by flavor and fragrance manufacturers, as well as research institutions developing novel aroma chemicals and functional ingredients.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A crucial building block for creating savory, roasted, and meat-like flavor notes in processed foods, snacks, and savory enhancers.
• Aroma Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate in the production of more complex sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Food Technology: Used in the development of reaction flavors and process flavors to mimic cooked meat profiles.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-odor relationships and synthesizing novel thiophene derivatives.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a specialized intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals requiring thiophene scaffolds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Thiofuroate
CAS No.	13679-61-3
Molecular Formula	C6H6O2S
Molecular Weight	142.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-thiophenecarboxylate; 2-(Methoxycarbonyl)thiophene; Methyl thiophene-2-carboxylate; 2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-thenoate; 2-Carbomethoxythiophene; Thiophene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Thiofuroate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assessment and identity confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. For long-term storage, maintaining the product at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere is recommended to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.550 - 1.560
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.200 - 1.220

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.