Menthofuran

Name: Menthofuran
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-032406

About Menthofuran

Listed under CAS 494-90-6, Menthofuran is an impurity of Menthone available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C10H14O, it has a molar mass of 150.22 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 3,6-dimethyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1-benzofuran. Common synonyms include 3,9-Epoxy-p-mentha-3,8-diene and p-Mentha-3,8-diene, 3,9-epoxy-.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

As a characterised impurity of Menthone, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Menthofuran in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Related to Menthone

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Menthone.

Menthone impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Menthofuran
Catalogue No.	VQ-032406
CAS Number	494-90-6
IUPAC name	3,6-dimethyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1-benzofuran
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₄O
Molecular weight	150.22 g/mol
Exact mass	150.1045
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	YGWKXXYGDYYFJU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1CCC2=C(C1)OC=C2C
PubChem CID	329983

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	13.1 Å²
Synonyms	3,9-Epoxy-p-mentha-3,8-diene, p-Mentha-3,8-diene, 3,9-epoxy-, 4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-3,6-dimethylcoumarone, Menthofurane, 3,6-dimethyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydrobenzofuran, 4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-3,6-dimethylbenzofuran, (S)-3,6-Dimethyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydrobenzofuran, 3,6-dimethyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydrobenzo[2,1-b]furan, 3,8-diene, (R)-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-3,6-dimethylbenzofuran, p-Mentha-3, 3,9-epoxy-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Menthofuran?

The CAS Registry Number of Menthofuran is 494-90-6. It is also known as 3,9-Epoxy-p-mentha-3,8-diene, p-Mentha-3,8-diene, 3,9-epoxy-, 4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-3,6-dimethylcoumarone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Menthofuran?

Menthofuran has the molecular formula C10H14O and a molecular weight of 150.22 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3,6-dimethyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1-benzofuran.

What is Menthofuran used for?

Menthofuran is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Menthone. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Menthofuran can I order?

We supply Menthofuran in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Menthofuran?

Yes. Every lot of Menthofuran is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Menthofuran be shipped internationally?

Yes. Menthofuran is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.