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

natural, ≥98%, FG

Synonym(s):

Mesifurane, strawberry furanone methyl ether

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About This Item

Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
C7H10O3
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
142.15
FEMA Number:
3664
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12164502
PubChem Substance ID:
Flavis number:
13.089
NACRES:
NA.21

biological source

sugar beets

Quality Level

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%

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

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

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  • 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).

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Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. 4 Oral

Storage Class

10 - Combustible liquids

wgk_germany

WGK 2

flash_point_f

167.0 °F - closed cup

flash_point_c

75 °C - closed cup


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