2-methyltetrahydrofuran-3-thiol

CAS Number
57124-87-5
EC Number
260-572-4
FEMA Number
FEMA 3787

What is 2-methyltetrahydrofuran-3-thiol?

2-Methyltetrahydrofuran-3-thiol (CAS 57124-87-5) is a sulfur-containing heterocyclic compound used as a flavoring agent in food and fragrance applications. FEMA 3787.

Where is 2-methyltetrahydrofuran-3-thiol used?

  • Food flavoring: roasted meat profiles
  • Coffee and savory profiles in processed foods, seasonings, and ready-meal formulations
  • Fragrance compositions: smoky or gourmand olfactive directions with sulfur-forward nuances
  • Beverage flavoring: coffee and cocoa-based products
  • Pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations: trace odorant or masking component with controlled sulfurous notes
  • It delivers a roasted, meaty, coffee-like character at very low use levels.

Good to know: High-impact aroma chemical; potency at trace concentrations.

Commercial specifications

  • Purity generally 98% or higher for flavor industry supply

Other Names (Synonyms)

2-Methyl-3-tetrahydrofuranthiol|2-methyloxolane-3-thiol|Tetrahydro-2-methyl-3-furanthiol|3-Furanthiol, tetrahydro-2-methyl-|2-Methyl-3-mercaptotetrahydrofuran|Pentitol, 1,4-anhydro-2,5-dideoxy-3-thio-|1,4-Anhydro-2,5-dideoxy-3-thiopentitol|2-Methyl-3-furanthiol

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What are the physical properties of 2-methyltetrahydrofuran-3-thiol?

Boiling Point 160-180 °C
Density 1.04 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point 30 °C
Appearance Colorless to light yellow liqui
Color Clear colorless to pale yellow
Odor at 0.10 % in propylene glycol. roasted beef chicken meat sulfurous
Form Liquid
Water Solubility insoluble
Refractive Index 1.473-1.491
Log P 0.62

How is 2-methyltetrahydrofuran-3-thiol classified and handled safely? Learn More

Warning
GHS02· Flammable GHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H226 H226
H315 H315
H319 H319
H335 H335

Precautionary Statements

P210 P210
P233 P233
P240 P240
P241 P241

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to 2-methyltetrahydrofuran-3-thiol?

HS Code 29321900
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
WGK (Germany) 3
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