Description

Furo[2,3-B]Furan-3(2H)-One, Tetrahydro-, cis- is a specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound, identified by CAS NO 109789-18-6, is valued for its unique fused furanone structure, which serves as a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new therapeutic agents, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and advanced polymers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological studies and as a model compound in organic synthesis and catalysis research.
• Material Science: Potential application in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and photoactive compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Furo[2,3-B]Furan-3(2H)-One, Tetrahydro-, cis-
CAS No.	109789-18-6
Molecular Formula	C6H8O3
Molecular Weight	128.13 g/mol
Synonyms	cis-Tetrahydrofuro[2,3-b]furan-3(2H)-one; (3aS,6aR)-Hexahydrofuro[2,3-b]furan-2-one; 2,3,3a,6a-Tetrahydrofuro[2,3-b]furan-2-one; cis-2,3,3a,6a-Tetrahydro-2H-furo[2,3-b]furan-2-one; Tetrahydro-2H-furo[2,3-b]furan-2-one, cis-; Furo[2,3-b]furan-3(2H)-one, tetrahydro-, (3aS-cis)-; L-Ascorbic acid derivative intermediate
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Quality Control

Our Furo[2,3-B]Furan-3(2H)-One, Tetrahydro-, cis- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent chiral integrity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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