5-Ethyl-4-hydroxy-2-methylfuran-3(2H)-one

• CAT Number: L023622
• CAS Number: 27538-09-6
• Molecular Formula: C7H10O3
• Molecular Weight: 142.15
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 5-ethyl-4-hydroxy-2-methylfuran-3-one
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H10O3/c1-3-5-7(9)6(8)4(2)10-5/h4,9H,3H2,1-2H3
• InChIKey: QJYOEDXNPLUUAR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CCC1=C(C(=O)C(O1)C)O

5-Ethyl-4-hydroxy-2-methylfuran-3(2H)-one（Cat No.:L023622）, also known as Homofuraneol, is a naturally occurring organic compound with the molecular formula C7H10O3. It belongs to the family of furanones and features a five-membered furan ring with a hydroxyl group at position 4, a methyl group at position 2, and an ethyl group at position 5. Known for its sweet, caramel-like aroma, it is commonly used as a flavoring agent in the food and beverage industry. This compound is found in fruits, coffee, and cooked foods. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid and should be stored under cool, dry conditions.