Description

2-Methyl-3-(Methylthio)Furan is a high-value sulfur-containing heterocyclic compound with a distinctive, potent aroma. Its primary commercial significance lies in its role as a key flavor and fragrance intermediate, imparting meaty, savory, and roasted notes. This makes it an essential ingredient for flavorists and perfumers in the food & beverage and fragrance industries. The compound, identified by CAS No. 63012-97-5, is also utilized in advanced organic synthesis for the development of novel agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Creation: A critical building block for synthesizing savory, meaty (e.g., beef, chicken), and roasted coffee flavor notes in processed foods, snacks, and savory enhancers.
• Perfumery: Used in trace amounts to add complex, sulfurous, and savory nuances to fine fragrances and personal care products.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a versatile precursor in the research and development of novel heterocyclic compounds for pharmaceutical and agrochemical applications.
• Food Seasoning & Enhancers: Incorporated into reaction flavors and seasoning blends to create authentic cooked meat and savory profiles.
• Aroma Chemical Production: A key raw material for manufacturing more complex sulfur-containing aroma chemicals used across the flavor and fragrance industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-3-(Methylthio)Furan
CAS No.	63012-97-5
Molecular Formula	C6H8OS
Molecular Weight	128.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Methylthio)-2-methylfuran; 2-Methyl-3-methylthiofuran; FEMA 3949; 2-Methyl-3-(methylmercapto)furan; 3-Methylthio-2-methylfuran; Methyl 2-methyl-3-furyl sulfide; (2-Methyl-3-furyl) methyl sulfide
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-3-(Methylthio)Furan is produced and tested to meet the stringent requirements of the flavor and fragrance industry. Quality is assured through rigorous in-process and final batch testing via GC, GC-MS, and organoleptic evaluation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and organoleptic properties is provided with every shipment, ensuring compliance with internal specifications and relevant industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at 15-25°C. 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%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.520 - 1.530
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.080 - 1.100
Organoleptic Properties	Characteristic strong, meaty, savory odor

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