(R)-(-)-Dihydro-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2(3H)-furanone

(R)-(-)-二氢-5-(羟基甲基)-2(3H)-呋喃酮

Also known as: (R)-(-)-Dihydro-5-(hydroxymethyl)furanone, (5R)-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-one

(R)-(-)-Dihydro-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2(3H)-furanone (CAS 55094-96-7) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H10O4 and a molecular weight of 158.15200 g/mol. It is also known as (R)-(-)-Dihydro-5-(hydroxymethyl)furanone and (5R)-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-one. Key properties include a boiling point of 101-102ºC0.048 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.238 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.) and a flash point of >230 °F. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
55094-96-7
Jingsj CID
J-1082056-2
Molecular Formula
C7H10O4
Chinese Name
(R)-(-)-二氢-5-(羟基甲基)-2(3H)-呋喃酮
Molecular Weight
158.15200 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point101-102ºC0.048 mm Hg(lit.)
Density1.238 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.)
Flash Point>230 °F

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (R)-(-)-Dihydro-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2(3H)-furanone?

The CAS number of (R)-(-)-Dihydro-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2(3H)-furanone is 55094-96-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-(-)-Dihydro-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2(3H)-furanone?

(R)-(-)-Dihydro-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2(3H)-furanone has molecular formula C7H10O4 and molecular weight 158.15200 g/mol.

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