5-butyl-5-ethyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one

Also known as: 4-ethyl-gamma-octalactone, 5-butyl-5-ethyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone, 2(3H)-Furanone, 5-butyl-5-ethyldihydro-, 5-Butyl-5-ethyl-4,5-dihydro-2(3H)-furanone, 4-Ethyl-4-octanolide, 5-Aethyl-5-butyl-dihydro-furan-2-on, 5-ethyl-5-butyl-dihydro-furan-2-one, Einecs 269-171-9

5-butyl-5-ethyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one (CAS 68188-98-7) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H18O2 and a molecular weight of 170.25200 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 251ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.931g/cm3 and a flash point of 97.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.

68188-98-7

Jingsj CID

J-1509054-7

Molecular Formula

C₁₀H₁₈O₂

Molecular Weight

170.25200 g/mol

Category

Pharma Intermediates

Last updated

11/2/2026