Description

3-Hydroxy-4-Methylfuran-2(5H)-One is a high-purity furanone derivative, a versatile chemical building block valued for its unique lactone structure. This compound is essential for synthesizing complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research, offering a key intermediate for flavor, fragrance, and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories, flavor & fragrance houses, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex flavoring agents and aroma chemicals, contributing to sweet, caramelic, or fruity notes.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial building block in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new crop protection agents and other fine chemical applications within the agrochemical industry.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A valuable intermediate for academic and industrial chemists exploring new synthetic pathways and creating complex organic compounds.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and other advanced materials requiring specific lactone functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-4-Methylfuran-2(5H)-One
CAS No.	22438-62-6
Molecular Formula	C5H6O3
Molecular Weight	114.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-3-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone; 3-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone; 4-Methyl-3-hydroxy-2,5-furanone; 3-Hydroxy-4-methyl-5H-furan-2-one; 4-Methyl-3-hydroxy-5H-furan-2-one; 3-Hydroxy-4-methylfuran-2-one; 4-Methyl-3-hydroxyfuran-2(5H)-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-4-Methylfuran-2(5H)-One is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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