Description

3-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-5-Ethyl-2(5H)Furanone is a high-purity flavor and fragrance intermediate known for its potent caramel and sweet notes. This compound is critical for creating authentic, complex flavor profiles and enhancing the sensory characteristics of various consumer products. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food and beverage, and fine chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: A key building block for creating and enhancing caramel, butterscotch, maple, and sweet brown sugar notes in food flavors and perfumery.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Used in the production of confectionery, baked goods, dairy products, sauces, and alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages to impart rich, sweet, and roasted flavor nuances.
• Aroma Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of more complex aroma chemicals and specialty flavor compounds.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Employed to improve and modify the flavor profile of tobacco products.
• Pharmaceutical Flavoring: Used to mask unpleasant tastes in syrups, chewable tablets, and other oral dosage forms.
• Research & Development: Utilized as a reference standard and a starting material in organic chemistry research and analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-5-Ethyl-2(5H)Furanone
CAS No.	698-10-2
Molecular Formula	C7H10O3
Molecular Weight	142.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Ethyl-3-hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone; 4-Methyl-5-ethyl-3-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone; Maple furanone; Caramel furanone; Ethyl methyl hydroxyfuranone; 2(5H)-Furanone, 3-hydroxy-4-methyl-5-ethyl-; 698-10-2
EINECS	211-819-7

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-5-Ethyl-2(5H)Furanone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for flavor and fragrance applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to air and humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92°C - 96°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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