Description

2-Furanacetyl Chloride, 5-Chloro-α-Oxo- (9Ci) is a specialized heterocyclic acid chloride derivative, serving as a key reactive intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce the 5-chloro-2-furoyl moiety, a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with potential biological activity. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry programs targeting specific enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides where the furan ring system contributes to biological efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials that require functionalized heterocyclic components.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Acts as a reactive handle for labeling or modifying biomolecules in probe development and biochemical studies.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Serves as a versatile reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furanacetyl Chloride, 5-Chloro-α-Oxo- (9Ci)
CAS No.	100750-56-9
Molecular Formula	C7H4Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	191.01 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-2-furoyl chloride; 5-Chloro-2-furanecarbonyl chloride; 5-Chloro-α-oxo-2-furanacetyl chloride; 5-Chlorofuran-2-carbonyl chloride; 5-Chloro-2-furoyl chloride; 2-Furoyl chloride, 5-chloro-; 5-Chloro-2-furancarbonyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Furanacetyl Chloride, 5-Chloro-α-Oxo- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.