Compound Q&A
What is 5-Ethyl-4-hydroxy-2-methylfuran-3(2H)-one (CAS: 27538-09-6)?
Answer
5-Ethyl-4-hydroxy-2-methylfuran-3(2H)-one is a chemical compound with the CAS number 27538-09-6. It is a furanone derivative with a molecular formula of C6H10O3. This compound is primarily used as a fragrance ingredient in the food and cosmetic industries due to its pleasant aroma.
About
CAS No
27538-09-6
English Name
5-Ethyl-4-hydroxy-2-methylfuran-3(2H)-one
Molecular Formula
C7H10O3
Molecular Weight
142.15 g/mol
SMILES
O=C1C(C)OC(CC)=C1O
InChIKey
QJYOEDXNPLUUAR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-12 19:41
