(R)-(+)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2(5H)-furanone

Also known as: (2R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-2H-furan-5-one, 2(5H)-Furanone, 5-(hydroxymethyl)-, (5R)-, MFCD00210057, RARECHEM AK HZ 0033

(R)-(+)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2(5H)-furanone (CAS 112837-17-9) 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 114.09900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 39-45ºC, a boiling point of 334.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.294 g/cm3 and a flash point of 166.8ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 112837-17-9
Jingsj CID: J-92-0
Molecular Formula: C₅H₆O₃
Molecular Weight: 114.09900 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	39-45ºC
Boiling Point	334.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.294 g/cm3
Flash Point	166.8ºC
Exact Mass	114.03200
PSA	46.53000

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 (R)-(+)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2(5H)-furanone?

The CAS number of (R)-(+)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2(5H)-furanone is 112837-17-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-(+)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2(5H)-furanone?

(R)-(+)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2(5H)-furanone has molecular formula C5H6O3 and molecular weight 114.09900 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (R)-(+)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2(5H)-furanone?

For (R)-(+)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2(5H)-furanone, Upstream Products: (E)-3-(2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)acrylic acid ethyl ester.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "(R)-(+)-5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2(5H)-furanone (CAS 112837-17-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-92-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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