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5-hydroxy-4-methylfuran-2(5H)-one

Also known as: 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone, 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-5H-furan-2-one, 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-2H-furan-5-one, 4-Methyl-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone, 2(5H)-Furanone, 5-hydroxy-4-methyl-

5-hydroxy-4-methylfuran-2(5H)-one (CAS 40834-42-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H6O3 and a molecular weight of 114.09900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 328.1ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.349g/cm3 and a flash point of 163.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
40834-42-2
Jingsj CID
J-1498246-4
Molecular Formula
C5H6O3
Molecular Weight
114.09900 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point328.1ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.349g/cm3
Flash Point163.2ºC
Exact Mass114.03200
PSA46.53000
Refractive Index1.529

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932209090
Summary2932209090. other lactones. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-hydroxy-4-methylfuran-2(5H)-one?

The CAS number of 5-hydroxy-4-methylfuran-2(5H)-one is 40834-42-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-hydroxy-4-methylfuran-2(5H)-one?

5-hydroxy-4-methylfuran-2(5H)-one has molecular formula C5H6O3 and molecular weight 114.09900 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-hydroxy-4-methylfuran-2(5H)-one?

For 5-hydroxy-4-methylfuran-2(5H)-one, Upstream Products: Propionaldehyde, Glyoxylic acid, Propionaldehyde diethyl acetal; Downstream Products: Isotretinoin, Tretinoin, 5-Methyl-3(2H)-pyridazinone.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "5-hydroxy-4-methylfuran-2(5H)-one (CAS 40834-42-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1498246-4 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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