(5S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)dihydro-2(3H)-furanone

Also known as: (S)-(+)-gamma-Hydroxymethyl-gamma-butyrolactone, (S)-(+)-5-Hydroxymethyltetrahydro-2-furanone, (S)-(+)-4,5-Dihydro-5-hydroxymethyl-2(3H)-furanone, (S)-5-Hydroxymethyldihydrofuran-2-one, (5S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-one, (S)-(+)-Dihydro-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2(3H)-furanone, MFCD00066224

(5S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)dihydro-2(3H)-furanone (CAS 32780-06-6) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O3 and a molecular weight of 116.115 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 308.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 146.0±13.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 32780-06-6
Jingsj CID: J-16588-8
Molecular Formula: C₅H₈O₃
Molecular Weight: 116.115 g/mol
Category: Esters
Last updated: 8/21/2026

Request MSDS / TDS

No offers for this compound yet.

Request a quote

Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	308.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	146.0±13.2 °C
Exact Mass	116.047340
PSA	46.53000
LogP	-1.80
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.469

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2932209090
Summary	2932209090. 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 (5S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)dihydro-2(3H)-furanone?

The CAS number of (5S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)dihydro-2(3H)-furanone is 32780-06-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (5S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)dihydro-2(3H)-furanone?

(5S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)dihydro-2(3H)-furanone has molecular formula C5H8O3 and molecular weight 116.115 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (5S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)dihydro-2(3H)-furanone?

For (5S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)dihydro-2(3H)-furanone, Upstream Products: (S)-(+)-5-Oxotetrahydrofuran-2-carboxylic acid, L-Glutamic acid, (S)-(-)-5-Hydroxymethyl-2(5H)-furanone; Downstream Products: 2',3'-Dideoxyadenosine, (5R)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)dihydrofuran-2(3H)-one, (R)-dihydro-5-methyl-2(3H)-furanone.

Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.

Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "(5S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)dihydro-2(3H)-furanone (CAS 32780-06-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-16588-8 (accessed 2026-11-06).

Data for reference only; verify product details with suppliers before purchase.