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

• CAT Number: M064055
• CAS Number: 14400-67-0
• Molecular Formula: C6H8O2
• Molecular Weight: 112.128
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: Store at +4C
• IUPAC Name: 2,5-dimethylfuran-3-one
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H8O2/c1-4-3-6(7)5(2)8-4/h3,5H,1-2H3
• InChIKey: ASOSVCXGWPDUGN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC1C(=O)C=C(O1)C

2,5-Dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone, also known as mesifurane, is a cyclic ester characterized by a furanone structure with methyl groups at the 2 and 5 positions. This compound features a distinctive flavor and aroma, making it of interest in the food and fragrance industries. Its unique chemical properties allow for various applications in organic synthesis, including the development of natural products and pharmaceuticals. The presence of the furanone moiety contributes to its reactivity, enabling further modifications for exploring structure-activity relationships in chemical research.