Description

5-Propylfuran-2(5H)-One is a specialized furanone derivative, a class of compounds valued for their unique chemical reactivity and potential as synthetic intermediates. This product matters for its role in facilitating complex organic syntheses, particularly in the development of novel fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors seeking to build complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and development for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of complex flavor and fragrance molecules due to the furanone core structure.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers, resins, and functional materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for cycloaddition reactions, ring-opening transformations, and other specialized synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-Propylfuran-2(5H)-One
CAS No.	57681-53-5
Molecular Formula	C7H10O2
Molecular Weight	126.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Propyl-2(5H)-furanone; 5-Propylfuran-2-one; γ-Propyl-γ-butyrolactone; 5-Propyl-dihydrofuran-2-one; 3,4-Dihydro-5-propyl-2(5H)-furanone; 5-n-Propylfuran-2(5H)-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Propylfuran-2(5H)-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay and impurity profiles are available upon request. We are committed to meeting the exacting standards required for research and development applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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