W360902

2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran

≥98%, FG

• Synonym(s): NSC 80404
• Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C₇H₈O₂
• CAS Number: 1193-79-9
• Molecular Weight: 124.14
• FEMA Number: 3609
• EC Number: 214-779-1
• Council of Europe no.: 11038
• MDL number: MFCD00003243
• UNSPSC Code: 12164502
• PubChem Substance ID: 24901807
• Flavis number: 13.083
• NACRES: NA.21

Properties

• biological source: synthetic
• Quality Level: 400
• grade: FG; Halal; Kosher
• reg. compliance: EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 872/2012
• vapor density: >1 (vs air)
• Assay: ≥98%
• refractive index: n20/D 1.512 (lit.)
• bp: 100-101 °C/25 mmHg (lit.)
• density: 1.066 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
• application(s): flavors and fragrances
• Documentation: see Safety & Documentation for available documents
• food allergen: no known allergens
• Organoleptic: musty; nutty; sweet
• SMILES string: CC(=O)c1ccc(C)o1
• InChI: 1S/C7H8O2/c1-5-3-4-7(9-5)6(2)8/h3-4H,1-2H3
• InChI key: KEFJLCGVTHRGAH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

Application

• Biochar-extracted liquor stimulates nitrogen related gene expression on improving nitrogen utilization in rice seedling.: This study investigates the use of 2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran derived from biochar-extracted liquor to enhance nitrogen uptake in rice seedlings, showing potential to improve agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability (Gao et al., 2023).


• Occurrence of (suspected) genotoxic flavoring substances in Belgian alcohol-free beers.: This study assesses the presence of 2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran in alcohol-free beers, discussing its implications for food safety and consumer health, highlighting the need for stringent quality control in the beverage industry (Dusart et al., 2022).


• Characterization of the physicochemical changes and volatile compound fingerprinting during the chicken sugar-smoking process.: Research on the role of 2-Acetyl-5-methylfuran in the flavor profile of smoked chicken, providing valuable information for the food industry on enhancing sensory attributes of smoked meats (Chang et al., 2021).

Safety Information

• Pictograms: GHS07
• Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements: H302
• Hazard Classifications: Acute Tox. 4 Oral
• Storage Class Code: 10 - Combustible liquids
• WGK: WGK 3
• Flash Point(F): 176.0 °F - closed cup
• Flash Point(C): 80 °C - closed cup
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves