4-Methyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone

二氢-4-甲基-2(3H)-呋喃酮

Also known as: 4-Methylbutyrolactone, 4-Methyl-4,5-dihydro-2(3H)-furanone, 4-Methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one, 4-Methyltetrahydrofuran-2-one, 4-methyloxolan-2-one, Tetrahydro-4-methylfuran-2-one, dihydro-4-methyl-2(3H)-furanone

4-Methyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone (CAS 1679-49-8) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O2 and a molecular weight of 100.11600 g/mol. It is also known as 4-Methylbutyrolactone, 4-Methyl-4,5-dihydro-2(3H)-furanone and 4-Methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one. Key properties include a boiling point of 206.6ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.04g/cm3 and a flash point of 75ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1679-49-8
Jingsj CID
J-28480-2
Molecular Formula
C5H8O2
Chinese Name
二氢-4-甲基-2(3H)-呋喃酮
Molecular Weight
100.11600 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point206.6ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.04g/cm3
Flash Point75ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Methyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone?

The CAS number of 4-Methyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone is 1679-49-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone?

4-Methyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone has molecular formula C5H8O2 and molecular weight 100.11600 g/mol.

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