(S)-(-)-5-Hydroxymethyl-2(5H)-furanone
Also known as: (S)-5-Hydroxymethyl-2(5H)-furanone, (S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)furan-2(5H)-one, (5S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2(5H)-furanone, 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2(5H)-furanone, (S)-(-)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2(5H)-furanone, (S)-(-)-5-Hydroxymethyl-2(5H)-Furanone
(S)-(-)-5-Hydroxymethyl-2(5H)-furanone (CAS 78508-96-0) 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 114.099 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 41-43ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 334.8±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 166.8±13.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 78508-96-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-43815-3
- Molecular Formula
- C5H6O3
- Molecular Weight
- 114.099 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 41-43ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 334.8±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 166.8±13.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 114.031693 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | -1.81 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.502 |
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 (S)-(-)-5-Hydroxymethyl-2(5H)-furanone?
The CAS number of (S)-(-)-5-Hydroxymethyl-2(5H)-furanone is 78508-96-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (S)-(-)-5-Hydroxymethyl-2(5H)-furanone?
(S)-(-)-5-Hydroxymethyl-2(5H)-furanone has molecular formula C5H6O3 and molecular weight 114.099 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (S)-(-)-5-Hydroxymethyl-2(5H)-furanone?
For (S)-(-)-5-Hydroxymethyl-2(5H)-furanone, Upstream Products: Ethyl (S)-(+)-3-(2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)-cis-2-propenoate, Methyl (S)-(+)-3-(2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)-cis-2-propenoate, (E)-3-(2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)acrylic acid ethyl ester; Downstream Products: (5S)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)dihydro-2(3H)-furanone, (R)-dihydro-5-methyl-2(3H)-furanone, Zidovudine.
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