Description

Furfuryl Ethyl Sulfide is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a furan ring. This chemical is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and flavor/aroma precursor in high-value synthesis. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance and pharmaceutical industries for creating complex sulfur-containing compounds.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key precursor for synthesizing savory, roasted, and meaty flavor compounds, particularly in reaction flavors and savory enhancers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug discovery.
• Organic Synthesis: Used as a reagent in various organic transformations, leveraging its sulfur and heterocyclic functionality.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying sulfur chemistry and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Potential intermediate in the development of novel crop protection agents and pesticides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Furfuryl Ethyl Sulfide
CAS No.	2024-70-6
Molecular Formula	C7H10OS
Molecular Weight	142.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Ethylthio)methylfuran; (Furfurylthio)ethane; Ethyl furfuryl sulfide; 2-[(Ethylthio)methyl]furan; FEMA 3673; 2-Furfuryl ethyl sulfide; Furfuryl ethyl thioether
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Quality Control

Our Furfuryl Ethyl Sulfide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and/or HPLC analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.520 - 1.530
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.080 - 1.100

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