Description

2-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Furan is a versatile fluorinated heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the unique combination of the furan ring's reactivity and the electron-withdrawing properties of the trifluoromethyl group, enabling the construction of complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting bioactive molecules with improved metabolic stability and lipophilicity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the trifluoromethyl group can enhance biological activity and environmental profile.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functional polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its specific electronic characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, cycloadditions, and as a scaffold for constructing complex heterocyclic systems in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: An important compound for investigating structure-activity relationships (SAR) and the influence of fluorine atoms on molecular properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Furan
CAS No.	17515-75-2
Molecular Formula	C6H5F3O
Molecular Weight	150.10 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-methylfuran; 2-Methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)furan; 2-Methyl-α,α,α-trifluoro-5-furanmethanol? (incorrect, but a common mis-search); 2-Methyl-5-trifluoromethylfuran; Furan, 2-methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; 5-Trifluoromethyl-2-methylfuran
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Furan is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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