Description

Fema 2870 CAS NO 55719-85-2 is a high-purity flavor and fragrance ingredient, specifically the compound 2,5-Dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone. This material is valued for its potent, sweet, caramel-like aroma with fruity undertones, making it a critical component in creating complex flavor profiles. It is essential for flavorists and product developers in the food, beverage, and fragrance industries seeking to enhance or replicate natural-tasting notes.

Application

• Flavor Formulation: A key building block for creating caramel, butterscotch, strawberry, and tropical fruit flavors in beverages, dairy products, and confectionery.
• Fragrance Creation: Used as a middle note to impart sweet, fruity, and caramelic nuances in fine perfumes, personal care products, and home fragrances.
• Food & Beverage Enhancement: Employed to boost the sensory profile of baked goods, savory sauces, and alcoholic beverages where a sweet, cooked sugar character is desired.
• Natural Flavor Reconstitution: Serves as a crucial component in the recreation of natural flavors for processed foods, ensuring consistent taste and quality.
• Aroma Chemicals Production: Acts as a valuable intermediate or final product for manufacturers of specialty aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fema 2870
CAS No.	55719-85-2
Molecular Formula	C6H8O2
Molecular Weight	112.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone; 2,5-Dimethyl-4-hydroxy-3(2H)-furanone; 4-Hydroxy-2,5-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone; Furaneol; Strawberry furanone; Pineapple ketone; FEMA 2870; Allofuranone
EINECS	259-774-5

Quality Control

Our Fema 2870 is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for flavor and fragrance applications. We ensure compliance with relevant industry guidelines, including FEMA GRAS status. Every batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and organoleptic properties to guarantee consistency and performance in your formulations.

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). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	77 - 82 °C
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Odor	Strong, sweet, caramel-like, fruity

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