Tetrahydrofurfuryl Acetate is utilized in creating rum, caramel, butterscotch, and rum flavors, provided as a colorless liquid, versatile in its application across a range of fragrance and flavor compositions.
Employed for its ability to mimic rum, caramel, butterscotch, and rum flavors, adding depth and richness to the fragrance or flavor palette.
IUPAC Name: oxolan-2-ylmethyl acetateCAS Number: 637-64-9
Molecular Formula: C7H12O3
Molecular Weight: 144.17 g/mol
Boiling Point: 194.50 °C (382.10 °F)
Class: Ester
Use/s: Scent, Flavor
Synonyms
1: TETRAHYDROFURFURYL ACETATE 2: oxolan-2-ylmethyl acetate 3: 2-Acetoxymethyloxolane 4: (Tetrahydrofuran-2-yl)methyl acetate 5: 2-Furanmethanol, tetrahydro-, acetate 6: 2-(Acetoxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran 7: Furfuryl alcohol, tetrahydro-, acetate 8: Tetrahydro-2-furanmethyl acetate 9: Tetrahydro-2-furanmethanol acetate
Chemist Says
Colorless liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Scent: Honey, Maple, Bready
Scent profile
Scent profiles are inherently subjective and can significantly differ among individuals, and may also be influenced by the conditions at the time of evaluation. The information provided here is a synthesis of data from diverse sources, including books, cross-references, artificial intelligence analyses, and chemical research sites, aiming to present a comprehensive overview. We've distilled this information to highlight the most frequently observed scent profiles for each molecule or compound, offering a generalized perspective.
1: Rum, Caramel, Butterscotch
2: Sweet, Fruity, Woody, Burnt Sugar
3: Butterscotch, Rum, Caramel
4: Green, fruity scent with a nutty or woody nuance.
Irritant