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

• CAT Number: L041260
• CAS Number: 4077-47-8
• Molecular Formula: C7H10O3
• Molecular Weight: 142.15
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 4-methoxy-2,5-dimethylfuran-3-one
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H10O3/c1-4-6(8)7(9-3)5(2)10-4/h4H,1-3H3
• InChIKey: SIMKGHMLPVDSJE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

2,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxy-3(2H)-furanone(CAT: L041260) is a naturally inspired aroma compound belonging to the furanone family, valued for its potent sweet, caramel-like fragrance. Commonly known as part of the strawberry furanone class, it plays a significant role in flavor and fragrance formulation, enhancing sensory profiles in food, beverages, and cosmetics. Structurally, the compound features a substituted furanone ring with both methyl and methoxy groups, contributing to its stability and olfactory properties. Beyond sensory science, it also finds use in chemical ecology and as a reference standard in analytical chemistry. Offered at high purity, it supports both industrial and research-scale applications.