(R)-(5-Oxotetrahydrofuran-2-yl)methyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate
Also known as: (R)-(-)-Dihydro-5-(p-tolylsulfonyloxymethyl)-2(3H)-furanone, (R)-(-)-γ-Toluenesulfonylmethyl-γ-butyrolactone, (R)-(-)-4,5-Dihydro-5[[(4-methylphenylsulfonyl)oxy]methyl]-2(3H)-furanone
(R)-(5-Oxotetrahydrofuran-2-yl)methyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate (CAS 58879-33-7) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H14O5S and a molecular weight of 270.30200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 85-88ºC, a boiling point of 476.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.311g/cm3 and a flash point of 242ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 58879-33-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-4757-4
- Molecular Formula
- C12H14O5S
- Molecular Weight
- 270.30200 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 85-88ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 476.5ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.311g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 242ºC |
| Exact Mass | 270.05600 |
| PSA | 78.05000 |
| LogP | 2.48670 |
| Refractive Index | 1.542 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2932190090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2932190090 other compounds containing an unfused furan ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of (R)-(5-Oxotetrahydrofuran-2-yl)methyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate?
The CAS number of (R)-(5-Oxotetrahydrofuran-2-yl)methyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate is 58879-33-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-(5-Oxotetrahydrofuran-2-yl)methyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate?
(R)-(5-Oxotetrahydrofuran-2-yl)methyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate has molecular formula C12H14O5S and molecular weight 270.30200 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (R)-(5-Oxotetrahydrofuran-2-yl)methyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate?
For (R)-(5-Oxotetrahydrofuran-2-yl)methyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate, Upstream Products: (5R)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)dihydrofuran-2(3H)-one, p-Toluenesulfonyl chloride, L-Glutamic acid; Downstream Products: (S)-gamma-Valerolactone.
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