Item name:
Furaneol
Description:
Furaneol is an organic compound used in the flavor and perfume industry. It is formally a derivative of furan. It appears a white or colorless solid and its chemical formula C6H8O3.
Group:
Other Specialties
CAS Number:
3658-77-3
EC Number:
222-908-8
Synonyms:
4-hydroxy-2,5-dimethylfuran-3(2H)-one, 4-Hydroxy-2,5-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone
Applications:
Consumer use
Ipuac Name:
4-hydroxy-2,5-dimethylfuran-3-one
Molecular Formula:
C6H8O3
Molecular Weight:
128.13 g/mol
Boiling Point:
215.5ºC at 760 mmHg
Flash Point:
90.5ºC
Melting Point:
76-82ºC
Solubility:
In water, 0.315 g/mL at 25 deg CSoluble in oil and ethanol
Density:
1.05 g/cm3
HS Code:
2932190090
Risk Statements:
R22
Hazard Declaration:
H302
Signal World:
Warning