2-hydroxy-3-propyl-2H-furan-5-one

The hydroxyl and carbonyl functionalities allow participation in esterification, oxidation, and condensation reactions. 2-Hydroxy-3-propyl-2H-furan-5-one is a low-molecular-weight furanone derivative used mainly as a chemical intermediate and flavor/fragrance–related compound.It contains a furan-5-one (butenolide) ring substituted with a hydroxyl group and a propyl side chain, giving it moderate polarity and characteristic lactone reactivity.

API Name Brivaracetam
CAS No 78920-10-2
Molecular Formula C7H10O3
Molecular Weight 142.15 g/mol
Synonyms 2-hydroxy-3-propyl-2H-furan-5-one