Furaneol (Strawberry Furanone)
CAS Number: 3658-77-3
Furaneol (CAS 3658-77-3), also known as DMHF (2,5-dimethyl-4-hydroxy-3(2H)-furanone) or strawberry furanone, is a naturally occurring flavor compound with an intensely sweet, caramel, strawberry, and pineapple character. It is one of the most potent flavor chemicals known, responsible for the characteristic sweet-fruity aroma of fresh strawberries, pineapples, and tomatoes.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | White crystalline powder or pale yellow liquid |
| purity (%) | ≥98.0 |
| assay method | HPLC |
| melting point | 77–80 °C |
Applications
- Strawberry and red fruit flavor in confectionery, beverages, and dairy
- Pineapple and tropical fruit flavor formulations for food products
- Sweetness enhancer and caramel flavor modifier in bakery and confectionery
- Fine fragrance ingredient for fruity-sweet gourmand compositions
- Flavor improvement in processed tomato products and ketchup
Key Features
- Extremely low odor threshold (~0.03 ppb in water) making it highly impact-efficient
- Responsible for the authentic ripe strawberry character beloved by consumers worldwide
- FEMA GRAS and EU approved for food flavoring use at regulated levels
- Stable in both solid and solution form with good heat processing resistance