Description

3-Acetyloxy-2,5-Furandione is a specialized furan-based chemical intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile building block for the development of novel heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical intermediates manufacturers, and fine chemical producers working on innovative molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the furanone scaffold.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with unique thermal or chemical properties.
• Material Science: Employed in the research of organic electronic materials, such as components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or conductive polymers.
• Flavor & Fragrance Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specific lactone and furanone-based flavor compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cycloaddition reactions and functional group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Acetyloxy-2,5-Furandione
CAS No.	19064-79-0
Molecular Formula	C6H4O5
Molecular Weight	156.09 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Acetoxy-2,5-furandione; 3-Acetoxymaleic Anhydride; 2,5-Furandione, 3-(acetyloxy)-; Acetic acid 2,5-dioxo-2,5-dihydrofuran-3-yl ester; 3-Acetyloxymaleic anhydride; 3-(Acetyloxy)-2,5-furandione
EINECS	242-816-7

Quality Control

Our 3-Acetyloxy-2,5-Furandione 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. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

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

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