W366412

2,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxy-3(2H)-furanone

natural, ≥98%, FG

• Synonym(s): Mesifurane, strawberry furanone methyl ether
• Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C₇H₁₀O₃
• CAS Number: 4077-47-8
• Molecular Weight: 142.15
• FEMA Number: 3664
• UNSPSC Code: 12164502
• PubChem Substance ID: 329830642
• Flavis number: 13.089
• EC Number: 223-797-9
• NACRES: NA.21
• MDL number: MFCD00209504
• Organoleptic: caramel; jam; maple; musty; strawberry; sweet
• Grade: FG, Halal, Kosher, natural
• Agency: meets purity specifications of JECFA
• Food allergen: no known allergens

Properties

• Quality Level: 300
• grade: FG, Halal, Kosher, natural
• agency: meets purity specifications of JECFA
• reg. compliance: EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002, FDA 21 CFR 117
• assay: ≥98%
• greener alternative product characteristics: Less Hazardous Chemical Syntheses; Use of Renewable Feedstocks; Learn more about the Principles of Green Chemistry.
• sustainability: Greener Alternative Product
• refractive index: n20/D 1.478 (lit.)
• density: 1.097 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
• application(s): flavors and fragrances
• documentation: see Safety & Documentation for available documents
• food allergen: no known allergens
• greener alternative category: Aligned
• organoleptic: caramel; jam; maple; musty; strawberry; sweet
• storage temp.: 2-8°C
• SMILES string: COC1=C(C)OC(C)C1=O
• InChI: 1S/C7H10O3/c1-4-6(8)7(9-3)5(2)10-4/h4H,1-3H3
• InChI key: SIMKGHMLPVDSJE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

General description

We are committed to bringing you greener alternative products, which adhere to one or more of the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry. This product is Biobased and thus aligns with "Less Hazardous Chemical Syntheses" and "Use of Renewable Feedstocks".

Application

• Classification of different pineapple varieties grown in Malaysia based on volatile fingerprinting and sensory analysis.: This research utilizes the 2,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxy-3(2H)-furanone compound in a study of pineapple varieties in Malaysia, analyzing volatile components to classify and differentiate varieties. The study contributes to agricultural biochemistry and plant science, enhancing understanding of plant varietal differences at the molecular level (Lasekan et al., 2018).


• A glucosyltransferase specific for 4-hydroxy-2,5-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone in strawberry.: This paper details the biochemical characterization of a glucosyltransferase enzyme in strawberries that specifically reacts with 2,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxy-3(2H)-furanone. Insights from this research are crucial for understanding enzymatic activity in fruit maturation and flavor development, providing valuable information for food science and agricultural chemistry (Yamada et al., 2018).


• An oxidoreductase from ′Alphonso′ mango catalyzing biosynthesis of furaneol and reduction of reactive carbonyls.: This article explores an oxidoreductase enzyme in Alphonso mangoes that catalyzes reactions involving 2,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxy-3(2H)-furanone. The findings enhance our understanding of the biochemical pathways involved in aroma compound synthesis in mangoes, impacting agricultural biotechnology and flavor science (Kulkarni et al., 2013).


• Natural 4-hydroxy-2,5-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone (Furaneol).: This review provides an extensive overview of the naturally occurring 2,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxy-3(2H)-furanone, highlighting its significant role in flavor science. The study covers its biosynthesis, biological activities, and applications in enhancing the sensory properties of food products, making it highly relevant for researchers in the field of food chemistry and biochemistry (Schwab, 2013).

Safety Information

• pictograms: GHS07
• signalword: Warning
• hcodes: H302
• pcodes: P264 - P270 - P301 + P312 - P501
• Hazard Classifications: Acute Tox. 4 Oral
• Storage Class: 10 - Combustible liquids
• wgk: WGK 2
• flash_point_f: 167.0 °F - closed cup
• flash_point_c: 75 °C - closed cup