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5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone

Reference StandardAvailable on request

5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone (CAS 40834-42-2) supplier Zemixal: C5H6O3, COA and SDS with every lot, worldwide shipping.

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5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone chemical structure
CAS number40834-42-2
FormulaC5H6O3
Molar mass114.1 g/mol
Physical formSolid
HS code38229090
InChIKeyXRNPHZPFAWLRNJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC name2-hydroxy-3-methyl-2H-furan-5-one

About 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone

5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone is supplied by Zemixal as a characterised reference material for Isotretinoin analysis. For your records (Reference Standard), the material is defined by CAS 40834-42-2, formula C5H6O3 and molar mass 114.1 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Typical applications

  • Metabolite identification
  • Stability-indicating methods
  • Impurity profiling

Storage and safety notes

It carries the GHS signal word Warning (H302, H315 and H319), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation.

Available as 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg. Larger or split packs can be arranged. Every shipment includes a certificate of analysis with characterisation data. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

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Typical uses

  • Metabolite identification
  • Stability-indicating methods
  • Impurity profiling

Applications

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and QCResearch Labs and Universities

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone
Product name5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone
Catalogue numberZX-034842
CAS number40834-42-2
IUPAC name2-hydroxy-3-methyl-2H-furan-5-one
Molecular formulaC5H6O3
Molar mass114.1 g/mol
Exact mass114.0317
GradeReference Standard
Physical formSolid
XLogP3-0.4
H-bond donors / acceptors1 / 3
Topological polar surface area46.5 Ų
HS code38229090
InChIKeyXRNPHZPFAWLRNJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESCC1=CC(=O)OC1O
PubChem CID115301
Synonyms5-hydroxy-4-methyl-2,5-dihydrofuran-2-one, 2(5H)-Furanone, 5-hydroxy-4-methyl-, 4-Methyl-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone, 5-hydroxy-4-methylfuran-2(5H)-one, 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-5H-furan-2-one

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Warning

  • H302Harmful if swallowed
  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements P264, P264 + P265, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone
10 mgQuoted on request
25 mgQuoted on request
50 mgQuoted on request
100 mgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone

Which CAS number identifies 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone?
5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone is registered under CAS 40834-42-2. You may also see it listed as 5-hydroxy-4-methyl-2,5-dihydrofuran-2-one, 2(5H)-Furanone, 5-hydroxy-4-methyl-, 4-Methyl-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-034842.
What are the formula and molar mass of 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone?
For 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone, its formula is C5H6O3 and its molar mass is 114.1 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-2H-furan-5-one. InChIKey XRNPHZPFAWLRNJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
How is 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone used in pharmaceutical QC?
5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone is a characterised reference material linked to Isotretinoin. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.
What grade and pack sizes are available for 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone?
This listing is Reference Standard grade. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone to my country?
Yes. Because 5-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(5H)-furanone is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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