Description

2-Furancarboxaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal is a versatile chemical intermediate and protecting group reagent, primarily valued for its role in organic synthesis. Its key function is to protect aldehyde functionalities under basic conditions, enabling complex multi-step reactions in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. This compound is essential for researchers and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries who require high-purity building blocks for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key protected aldehyde synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where furan-based structures are required.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for various furan-based aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a protecting group for aldehydes in multi-step synthetic sequences, particularly useful under basic reaction conditions.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel molecular libraries.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where the furan ring system imparts specific properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furancarboxaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal
CAS No.	1453-62-9
Molecular Formula	C7H10O3
Molecular Weight	142.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Furfural Dimethyl Acetal; 2-Furaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal; Furfuraldehyde Dimethyl Acetal; Dimethoxymethylfuran; 2-(Dimethoxymethyl)furan; α,α-Dimethoxyfurfural; 2-Furyl Dimethyl Acetal; 2-Furancarboxaldehyde, dimethyl acetal
EINECS	215-929-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Furancarboxaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.455
Density (20°C)	1.08 - 1.12 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.