2-methyltetrahydrofuran-3-thiol
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