4,5-Dimethyl-3-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone (CAS 28664-35-9)
Alternate Names:
4,5-Dimethyl-3-hydroxy-2,5-dihydrofuran-2-one; Caramel furanone; Sotolon; Sugar lactone
CAS Number:
28664-35-9
Molecular Weight:
128.13
Molecular Formula:
C6H8O3
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For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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4,5-Dimethyl-3-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone, known as 3HDMF, is an organic compound present in the volatile components of various foods, beverages, and plants. It occurs naturally within the human body and can also be artificially synthesized in laboratory applications. Extensive scientific research has delved into exploring the properties of 4,5-Dimethyl-3-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone, revealing a diverse range of applications in laboratory experiments. While the complete mechanism of action for 4,5-Dimethyl-3-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone remains under ongoing exploration, preliminary insights have been garnered. It is believed to scavenge free radicals.
4,5-Dimethyl-3-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone (CAS 28664-35-9) References
- Identification of 4, 5-dimethyl-3-hydroxy-2 (5H)-furanone (Sotolon) and ethyl 9-hydroxynonanoate in botrytised wine and evaluation of the roles of compounds characteristic of it | Masuda, M., & Yunome, H. 1984. Agricultural and Biological Chemistry. 48(11): 2707-2710.
- 4, 5-Dimethyl-3-hydroxy-2 [5H]-furanone (sotolone)-The odour of maple syrup urine disease | Podebrad, F., Heil, M., Reichert, S., Mosandl, A., Sewell, A. C., & Böhles, H. 1999. Journal of inherited metabolic disease. 22: 107-114.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
4,5-Dimethyl-3-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone, 25 g | sc-496622 | 25 g | $230.00 |