Description

Methyl Furan-3-Carboxylate is a versatile heterocyclic ester building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its value lies in its furan ring structure, which serves as a key precursor for synthesizing complex molecules with diverse biological activities. This high-purity intermediate is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial starting material for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing furan or dihydrofuran motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic reactivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for flavors, fragrances, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, ligands for catalysis, and organic electronic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A standard reagent in method development and exploratory chemistry for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Furan-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	13129-23-2
Molecular Formula	C7H8O3
Molecular Weight	140.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Furoic acid, methyl ester; Methyl 3-furoate; 3-Carbomethoxyfuran; Methyl β-furoate; Furan-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 3-Methoxycarbonylfuran; NSC 404058; 3-Furancarboxylic acid, methyl ester
EINECS	236-073-5

Quality Control

Our Methyl Furan-3-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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