5-METHYL-2-(METHYLTHIO)FURAN
- CAS NO.：13678-59-6
- Empirical Formula: C6H8OS
- Molecular Weight: 128.19
- MDL number: MFCD01208018
- EINECS: 237-170-2
- SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
- Update Date: 2026-05-28 04:23:27
What is 5-METHYL-2-(METHYLTHIO)FURAN?
Description
2-Methyl-5-(methylthio)furan has a very strong sulfurated odor. May be prepared from 2-methylfuran with CH3SCl; from 2-methylfuran with an organolithium compound.
Chemical properties
2-Methyl-5-thiomethylfuran has a very strong, sulfurated odor.
Occurrence
Reported found as a constituent of coffee
Preparation
From 2-methylfuran with CH3SCl; from 2-methylfuran with an organolithium compound.
Definition
ChEBI: 2-methyl-5-(methylthio)furan is a member of the class of furans that is furan substituted by methyl and methylsulfanyl groups at positions 2 and 5, respectively. It is a metabolite found in coffee and human urine. It has a role as a flavouring agent, a human urinary metabolite and a plant metabolite. It is a member of furans and a methyl sulfide.
Taste threshold values
Taste characteristics at 50 ppm: musty, mustard, onion, garlic, mushroom, coffee and savory nuances
Properties of 5-METHYL-2-(METHYLTHIO)FURAN
| Boiling point: | 79-81°C 50mm |
| Density | 1.063 |
| FEMA | 3366 | 2-METHYL-5-(METHYLTHIO)FURAN |
| Flash point: | 79-81°C/50mm |
| Odor | at 0.10 % in dipropylene glycol. sulfury onion garlic coffee mustard horseradish |
| JECFA Number | 1062 |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 13678-59-6(CAS DataBase Reference) |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Furan, 2-methyl-5-(methylthio)- (13678-59-6) |
Safety information for 5-METHYL-2-(METHYLTHIO)FURAN
| Signal word | Danger |
| Pictogram(s) |
 Flame Flammables GHS02 |
| GHS Hazard Statements |
H226:Flammable liquids |
| Precautionary Statement Codes |
P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. |
Computed Descriptors for 5-METHYL-2-(METHYLTHIO)FURAN
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