78818-78-7

Basic information

• Product Name: Furan, 2-methyl-5-(methyldithio)methyl-
• Synonyms: Furan, 2-methyl-5-(methyldithio)methyl-;METHYL5-METHYLFURFURYLDISULFIDE;2,3-Dimethyl-5-(2-methyldisulfanyl)furan;2-Methyl-5-(methyldithio)methylfuran
• CAS NO: 78818-78-7
• Molecular Formula: C7H10OS2
• Molecular Weight: 174.28
• Product Categories: sulfide Flavor
• Mol File: 78818-78-7.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 236.351 °C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 96.742 °C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.168 g/cm³
• CAS DataBase Reference: Furan, 2-methyl-5-(methyldithio)methyl-(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Furan, 2-methyl-5-(methyldithio)methyl-(78818-78-7)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Furan, 2-methyl-5-(methyldithio)methyl-(78818-78-7)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 78818-78-7(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

2-Methyl-5-(methyldithio)methylfuran is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C7H10OS2. It is a member of the furan family, characterized by a five-membered ring containing four carbon atoms and one oxygen atom. This chemical is used as a fragrance ingredient in various consumer products, such as perfumes and soaps. It is also utilized in the manufacturing of rubber and plastic materials as an additive. However, 2-methyl-5-(methyldithio)methylfuran is considered to be a potential respiratory and skin irritant and should be handled and used with caution.