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3-bromo-3-methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one

Also known as: 2(3H)-Furanone, 3-bromodihydro-3-methyl-, alpha-Bromo-alpha-methyl-gamma-butyrolactone, 3-Bromo-3-methyl-4,5-dihydro-2(3H)-furanone, 3-Bromodihydro-3-methyl-2(3H)-furanone, 3-bromo-3-methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one, 3-bromo-3-methyloxolan-2-one, 3-bromodihydro-3-methylfuran-2(3H)-one, NSC 238959, MFCD00191853

3-bromo-3-methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one (CAS 33693-67-3) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H7BrO2 and a molecular weight of 179.01200 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 245.1ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.641g/cm3 and a flash point of 102ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
33693-67-3
Jingsj CID
J-844706-9
Molecular Formula
C5H7BrO2
Molecular Weight
179.01200 g/mol
Category
Esters
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point245.1ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.641g/cm3
Flash Point102ºC
Exact Mass177.96300
PSA26.30000
LogP1.08690
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.494(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932209090
Summary2932209090. 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 3-bromo-3-methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one?

The CAS number of 3-bromo-3-methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one is 33693-67-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-bromo-3-methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one?

3-bromo-3-methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one has molecular formula C5H7BrO2 and molecular weight 179.01200 g/mol.

Is 3-bromo-3-methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one hazardous?

3-bromo-3-methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-bromo-3-methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one?

For 3-bromo-3-methyldihydrofuran-2(3H)-one, Upstream Products: alpha-methyl-gamma-butyrolactone; Downstream Products: 3-Methyl-2(5H)-furanone.

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