Description

5-Benzylidenefuran-2(5H)-One is a versatile organic intermediate belonging to the class of furanone derivatives. This compound is valued for its unique chemical structure, which serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in pharmaceutical development, agrochemical research, and advanced material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive benzylidene moiety.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a Michael acceptor or a dienophile in various cycloaddition and conjugate addition reactions for constructing heterocyclic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or a cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and functional organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies and the discovery of new synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Benzylidenefuran-2(5H)-One
CAS No.	13327-36-1
Molecular Formula	C11H8O2
Molecular Weight	172.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Benzylidene-2(5H)-furanone; 5-Benzylidenefuran-2-one; 2(5H)-Furanone, 5-benzylidene-; Benzylidenefuranone; NSC 403079; 5-Benzylidene-2-furanone; 5-Benzylidenedihydrofuran-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-Benzylidenefuran-2(5H)-One adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.