Description

2-Furfuryl-5-Methylfuran is a heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the furan family, characterized by its distinct aromatic profile. This specialty chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and flavor/fragrance ingredient due to its unique organoleptic properties. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical synthesis industries for creating complex aromatic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a key intermediate or building block in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals, imparting roasted, nutty, or caramel-like notes to food flavors and perfumes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a versatile precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity for drug discovery and development.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in organic chemistry research and custom synthesis projects.
• Agrochemicals: Can be utilized as an intermediate in the development of novel pesticides or herbicides, leveraging its furan core structure.
• Material Science: Potential use as a monomer or precursor for polymers and resins with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for studying furan chemistry and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furfuryl-5-Methylfuran
CAS No.	13678-51-8
Molecular Formula	C10H10O2
Molecular Weight	162.19 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-furfurylfuran; 2-(5-Methyl-2-furylmethyl)furan; 2-(5-Methylfurfuryl)furan; 2-Furfuryl-5-methylfuran; 5-Methyl-2-furfurylfuran; Furfuryl methyl furan; (5-Methyl-2-furylmethyl)furan
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Furfuryl-5-Methylfuran is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC analysis for assay and impurity profiling. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and physical properties is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	Contact for details
Specific Gravity (20°C)	Contact for details

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