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2,2-Dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone

96%

• Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C₆H₈O₂
• CAS Number: 35298-48-7
• Molecular Weight: 112.13
• MDL number: MFCD00075050
• UNSPSC Code: 12352100
• PubChem Substance ID: 24860299

Properties

• Assay: 96%
• form: liquid
• refractive index: n20/D 1.455 (lit.)
• bp: 46-47 °C/18 mmHg (lit.)
• density: 1.027 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
• storage temp.: 2-8°C
• SMILES string: CC1(C)OC=CC1=O
• InChI: 1S/C6H8O2/c1-6(2)5(7)3-4-8-6/h3-4H,1-2H3
• InChI key: HVNICCSXGONRCB-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

General description

2,2-Dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone is an β-oxo enol ether. Conjugate addition of 2,2-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone to organocuprates has been reported. Photoannelation of alkenes to 2,2-dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone yields cyclohexenone.

Application

2,2-Dimethyl-3(2H)-furanone was used in the synthesis of epoxides via epoxidation. It was also used in the preparation of racemic methyl nonactate.

Safety Information

• Pictograms: GHS02
• Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements: H226
• Hazard Classifications: Flam. Liq. 3
• Storage Class Code: 3 - Flammable liquids
• WGK: WGK 3
• Flash Point(F): 125.6 °F - closed cup
• Flash Point(C): 52 °C - closed cup
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves