Description

2-Methylfuran-3-Thiol Acetate is a high-purity, highly volatile sulfur-containing flavor and fragrance compound. This specialty chemical is valued for its potent, roasted, and meaty aroma profile, making it a critical ingredient for creating authentic savory flavor notes. It is primarily sought after by flavor and fragrance houses, as well as food and beverage manufacturers, for use in savory flavorings, reaction flavors, and high-impact fragrance compositions.

Application

• Savory Flavor Creation: A key component in meat, poultry, roasted, and grilled flavor formulations for snacks, soups, sauces, and processed foods.
• Reaction Flavor (Maillard) Systems: Used as a potent sulfur donor in process flavorings to develop authentic cooked meat and savory profiles.
• Fragrance Industry: Employed as a trace ingredient in fine fragrances and functional perfumery to add roasted, coffee-like, or savory nuances.
• Beverage Flavors: Utilized in minute quantities to enhance the complexity of savory or roasted notes in certain beverage applications.
• Food Seasonings: Incorporated into dry seasoning blends and marinades to impart a rich, meaty character.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and a building block in organic synthesis for flavor and fragrance research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylfuran-3-Thiol Acetate
CAS No.	55764-25-5
Molecular Formula	C7H8O2S
Molecular Weight	156.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-furanthiol acetate; 3-Mercapto-2-methylfuran acetate; 2-Methyl-3-furyl thiolacetate; 2-Methyl-3-furyl mercaptan acetate; 2-Methyl-3-furanthiol acetic acid ester; 3-(Acetylthio)-2-methylfuran; FEMA 3973; Roasted furan thiol acetate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methylfuran-3-Thiol Acetate is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for flavor and fragrance applications. Each batch is analyzed to ensure identity, purity, and organoleptic properties. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided, detailing specifications such as assay, specific gravity, refractive index, and sensory evaluation. We adhere to ISO 9001 quality management principles and can provide documentation to support compliance with relevant food safety and regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use and away from heat sources and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.120 - 1.140
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.510 - 1.530
Odor	Characteristic, strong roasted meaty

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