2,3-Dihydro-2-methylfuran

• CAT Number: R035259
• CAS Number: 1708-25-4
• Molecular Formula: C5H8O
• Molecular Weight: 84.118
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: Room temperature
• IUPAC Name: 2-methyl-2,3-dihydrofuran
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H8O/c1-5-3-2-4-6-5/h2,4-5H,3H2,1H3
• InChIKey: WRWGLRHYWHYHJG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC1CC=CO1

2,3-Dihydro-2-methylfuran is a cyclic organic compound with a furan ring and a methyl group attached to carbon 2. It’s utilized in organic synthesis as a versatile building block for the preparation of various chemical compounds, including pharmaceuticals and flavoring agents. Its unique structure and reactivity make it valuable in the production of diverse molecules, contributing to applications in pharmaceuticals and fragrance industries.