Description

2-Formylfuran-3-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both an aldehyde and a carboxylic acid group on a furan scaffold, enabling diverse chemical transformations. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with furan-based heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in the construction of complex molecules, ligands, and functional polymers due to its reactive aldehyde and acid groups.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Formylfuran-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	14757-79-0
Molecular Formula	C6H4O4
Molecular Weight	140.09 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Carboxy-2-furaldehyde; 2-Formyl-3-furancarboxylic Acid; 3-Furancarboxylic acid, 2-formyl-; 2-Carboxy-3-furaldehyde; 3-Formylfuran-2-carboxylic Acid (isomer); 2-Formylfuroic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Formylfuran-3-Carboxylic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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