Description

5-(Methoxymethyl)-2-Furoic Acid is a valuable furan-based carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value proposition lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive carboxylic acid group and a protected methoxymethyl substituent on the furan ring, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to build complex heterocyclic scaffolds and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing furan or dihydrofuran motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or modifying agent for polymers and functional materials.
• Academic & R&D: A crucial reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for methodology development and complex molecule construction.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(Methoxymethyl)-2-Furoic Acid
CAS No.	1917-60-8
Molecular Formula	C7H8O4
Molecular Weight	156.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Methoxymethyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Furoic acid, 5-(methoxymethyl)-; 5-Methoxymethyl-2-furancarboxylic acid; 5-(Methoxymethyl)-2-furancarboxylic acid; 5-(Methoxymethyl)furoic acid; NSC 403697; AI3-03111
EINECS	217-636-8

Quality Control

Our 5-(Methoxymethyl)-2-Furoic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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