2217-33-6

Basic information

• Product Name: TETRAHYDROFURFURYL BUTYRATE
• Synonyms: TETRAHYDRO-2-FURYLMETHYL N-BUTANOATE;TETRAHYDROFURFURYL N-BUTYRATE;TETRAHYDROFURFURYL BUTYRATE;N-BUTYRIC ACID TETRAHYDROFURFURYL ESTER;2-(BUTYRYLOXYMETHYL)TETRAHYDROFURAN;BUTYRIC ACID TETRAHYDROFURFURYL ESTER;FEMA 3057;(tetrahydro-2-furyl)methyl butyrate
• CAS NO: 2217-33-6
• Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₆O₃
• Molecular Weight: 172.22
• EINECS: 218-710-6
• Product Categories: Alphabetical Listings;Flavors and Fragrances;Q-Z
• Mol File: 2217-33-6.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 225-227 °C759 mm Hg(lit.)
• Flash Point: 210 °F
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.012 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
• Vapor Pressure: 0.053mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: n20/D 1.44(lit.)
• Storage Temp.: 2-8°C
• CAS DataBase Reference: TETRAHYDROFURFURYL BUTYRATE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: TETRAHYDROFURFURYL BUTYRATE(2217-33-6)
• EPA Substance Registry System: TETRAHYDROFURFURYL BUTYRATE(2217-33-6)

Safety Data

• WGK Germany: 3
• Hazardous Substances Data: 2217-33-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

TETRAHYDROFURFURYL BUTYRATE is a chemical compound with a heavy, sweet odor reminiscent of apricot and pineapple. It possesses a sweet, fruity flavor at low levels, which becomes pungent at higher levels. It is characterized by taste threshold values that include a berry, strawberry, green fruity pineapple, cherry, and tropical papaya flavor at 10 ppm, and a fruity, pineapple with green and berry nuances at 100 ppm. Its aroma threshold values exhibit dry fruity pineapple, banana, green vegetative, slightly musty, and earthy characteristics with tropical fruit nuances at 1.0%.

Uses

Used in Flavor and Fragrance Industry:
TETRAHYDROFURFURYL BUTYRATE is used as a flavoring agent for its sweet, fruity taste and heavy, sweet odor. It is particularly suitable for enhancing the flavor of various food products and beverages, as well as creating a pleasant aroma in the fragrance industry.
Used in the Food and Beverage Industry:
TETRAHYDROFURFURYL BUTYRATE is used as an additive to impart a fruity, sweet taste and aroma to a wide range of food and beverage products. Its unique taste characteristics make it an ideal choice for creating distinct flavor profiles in the industry.
Used in the Cosmetic Industry:
TETRAHYDROFURFURYL BUTYRATE is used as a fragrance ingredient in the cosmetic industry, providing a pleasant and long-lasting scent in various personal care products such as perfumes, lotions, and creams.
Used in the Pharmaceutical Industry:
TETRAHYDROFURFURYL BUTYRATE can be used as a component in the development of pharmaceutical products, particularly those requiring a sweet, fruity taste or aroma for improved patient compliance.

Preparation

May be prepared by esterification of the alcohol with n-butyric acid.

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