Description

Formic Acid Furfuryl Ester is a specialized organic ester derived from furfuryl alcohol and formic acid. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and flavoring agent, prized for its unique aromatic properties and reactivity. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a key component to impart fruity, rum-like, or caramel notes in food flavorings and perfumery.
• Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a building block in the synthesis of more complex heterocyclic compounds and specialty chemicals.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Employed in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Solvent and Reaction Medium: Serves as a specialized solvent for certain organic reactions and extraction processes.
• Resin and Polymer Modification: Can be used in the modification of furan-based resins to alter their properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Formic Acid Furfuryl Ester
CAS No.	13493-97-5
Molecular Formula	C6H6O3
Molecular Weight	126.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Furfuryl Formate; Formic Acid, Furfuryl Ester; Furfuryl Alcohol Formate; 2-Furanmethanol Formate; 2-Furylmethyl Formate; FEMA 2486; NSC 406184
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Quality Control

Our Formic Acid Furfuryl Ester is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise purity and compositional specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and conformance to agreed parameters are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers, bases, and acids. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The product is moisture-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.4700 - 1.4760
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.175 - 1.185
Acidity (as Formic Acid)	≤ 0.1%

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