Description

2,3-Dimethylfuran is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound with the CAS number 14920-89-9, valued for its unique chemical structure that serves as a key building block and solvent in advanced synthesis. This highly volatile and light-sensitive compound is crucial for applications requiring specific reactivity and purity in fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily needed by R&D laboratories, pharmaceutical intermediates producers, and specialty chemical manufacturers developing flavors, fragrances, and agrochemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used in the creation of specific aroma profiles due to its furan-based structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for developing advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent and solvent in academic and industrial research for constructing heterocyclic compounds.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed in applications requiring a highly volatile, non-aqueous solvent for sensitive reactions.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for novel polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethylfuran
CAS No.	14920-89-9
Molecular Formula	C6H8O
Molecular Weight	96.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethylfuran; 2,3-DMF; Furan, 2,3-dimethyl-; 2,3-Dimethylfuraan; 2,3-Dimethyloxole; NSC 66449
EINECS	238-990-3

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dimethylfuran is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets high-purity standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (refrigerated) for extended stability, though short-term storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) is acceptable.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.434
Density (20°C)	0.90 - 0.92 g/mL
Related Substances (GC)	Report and comply with customer requirements

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