Description

2-Furancarboxylic Acid, 5-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester is a high-purity furan derivative ester, serving as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in its reactive furan ring and ester functionality, enabling its use in the synthesis of complex molecules for pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking to build novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing furan heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its bio-active scaffold.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for creating specific ester-based aroma compounds and flavorants.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules, including natural product analogs.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Chemical Research: Utilized as a standard or starting material in methodological studies and catalysis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furancarboxylic Acid, 5-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	14003-12-4
Molecular Formula	C9H10O3
Molecular Weight	166.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5-Methyl-2-furoate; 5-Methyl-2-furancarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 5-Methylfuran-2-carboxylate; 5-Methylfuran-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; NSC 404080; Ethyl 5-Methyl-2-furoate; Ethyl 5-methylfuroate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Furancarboxylic Acid, 5-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index	Contact for details
Density	Contact for details

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