Direct Manufacture of 2-Furfurylmercaptan for Enhanced Flavors
High purity 2-Furfurylmercaptan (CAS 98-02-2) specifically formulated for coffee and meat flavor enhancement applications.
Chemical Specifications
| Product Name |
Furfuryl mercaptan |
| Synonyms |
(2-furanyl)methylmercaptan; 2-(mercaptomethyl)furan; 2-furfurylmercaptan; 2-Furfurylthiol; 2-Furylmethyl mercaptan; 2-furylmethylmercaptan; 2-mercaptomethylfuran; Furfuryl mercaptan,99% |
| CAS Number |
98-02-2 |
| Molecular Formula |
C5H6OS |
| Molecular Weight |
114.17 |
| EINECS |
202-628-2 |
| Product Categories |
Sulfides flavors; thiol Flavor; Furans |
| Mol File |
98-02-2.mol |
Natural Occurrence and Applications
Furfuryl mercaptan forms naturally during roasting and cooking processes (the Maillard reaction) and is essential in the flavor industry.
Natural Sources
- Coffee: The key aroma compound formed during bean roasting
- Roasted Nuts: Found in almonds and peanuts
- Cooked Meat: Contributes to savory, roasted notes
- Sesame Seeds: Part of their distinctive nutty scent
Primary Applications
Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Dominant use in flavor creation and enhancement
- Coffee Flavors: Cornerstone ingredient for instant coffees, coffee-flavored candies, liqueurs, desserts, and perfumes to recreate authentic roasted coffee notes
- Savory Flavors: Essential in creating meat flavors (beef, chicken), roasted nut flavors, and savory snack seasonings
- Blending Applications: Used in trace amounts (ppm or ppb range) to add complexity and "roasty" top-notes to diverse flavor compositions
Food Science Research
Key compound for studying the Maillard reaction, coffee chemistry, and the stability of sulfur-containing flavors.
Packaging Options
Available in plastic drums or IBC totes to suit various production requirements.