Description

2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-3-(5-Methyl-2-Furanyl)-, Ethyl Ester, (2E)- is a specialized furan-substituted acrylic acid ester derivative, valued for its unique molecular structure that serves as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is critical for research and development in fine chemical and pharmaceutical sectors, enabling the creation of novel molecules with tailored properties. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on new active ingredients, functional materials, and complex heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those containing furan motifs for potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its structural features can contribute to specific modes of action.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialty chemicals, including dyes, pigments, and performance additives.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers and functional materials, where the acrylic ester group allows for polymerization or further functionalization.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Investigated as a potential intermediate for creating complex aroma chemicals due to its furan backbone.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and heterocycle construction.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-3-(5-Methyl-2-Furanyl)-, Ethyl Ester, (2E)-
CAS No.	100058-86-4
Molecular Formula	C12H16O3
Molecular Weight	208.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(2E)-2-Methyl-3-(5-methyl-2-furyl)propenoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl (2E)-2-methyl-3-(5-methyl-2-furyl)propenoate; 2-Methyl-3-(5-methyl-2-furyl)acrylic acid ethyl ester; (E)-Ethyl 2-methyl-3-(5-methylfuran-2-yl)acrylate; 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-3-(5-methyl-2-furanyl)-, ethyl ester, (E)-; Ethyl (E)-2-methyl-3-(5-methyl-2-furyl)acrylate; Furan-substituted acrylic ester; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Propenoic Acid, 2-Methyl-3-(5-Methyl-2-Furanyl)-, Ethyl Ester, (2E)- adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. While produced as a laboratory or development grade material, each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profile is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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