Synonyms: 4-Hydroxy-3-pentenoic acid gamma-lactone; 5-Methyl-2(3H)-furanone
Molecular Formula: C5H6O2
Molecular Weight: 98.1
Linear Structural Formula: C5H6O2
MDL Number: MFCD00005375
Purity: >=90%
Melting Point: 13-17 C (lit.)
Density: 1.092 g/mL at 25 C (lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.448 (lit.)
Biochem Physiol Actions: Plant-derived cancer chemopreventive agent. Increases the synthesis of glutathione and the activity of glutathione-S-transferase and UDP-glucunonosyltransferase detoxification enzymes in esophagus, stomach, intestine, and liver.
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