Description

2,5-Dimethyl-3(2H)Furanone is a versatile heterocyclic compound belonging to the furanone class, valued for its unique organoleptic and chemical properties. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and flavoring agent, offering a sweet, caramel-like, and nutty character. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical synthesis industries for creating complex aroma profiles and advanced molecular structures.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key building block for creating and enhancing sweet, caramel, nutty, and butterscotch notes in food, beverage, and perfume formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a valuable synthon in the synthesis of more complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in organic synthesis for research and development of specialty chemicals.
• Aroma Chemicals: Employed in the production of advanced aroma chemicals that require specific lactone or furanone backbones.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Utilized to impart and modify sweet, creamy notes in tobacco products.
• Functional Fluids & Additives: Investigated for use as an intermediate in the production of specialty polymers or additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dimethyl-3(2H)Furanone
CAS No.	35298-48-7
Molecular Formula	C6H8O2
Molecular Weight	112.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dimethyl-3-furanone; 2,5-Dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone; 3-Hydroxy-2,5-dimethyl-2,3-dihydrofuran-4-one; 2,5-Dimethyldihydro-3-furanone; Caramel Furanone; 2,5-Dimethyl-4-hydroxy-3(2H)-furanone (tautomer); 4-Hydroxy-2,5-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone (HDMF); Strawberry Furanone (related compound)
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Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dimethyl-3(2H)Furanone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of the flavor, fragrance, and pharmaceutical sectors. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.480
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.080 - 1.100
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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