Description

5-o-Tolyl-Furan-2-Carbaldehyde is a specialized furan-based aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring both a furan ring and a tolyl substituent, makes it a versatile precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functional materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for constructing fused heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides requiring specific furan-based motifs.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced organic frameworks (MOFs/COFs).
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic complexes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex flavors, fragrances, and dyes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and scale-up process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-o-Tolyl-Furan-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	110360-09-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(2-Methylphenyl)-2-furancarboxaldehyde; 5-(o-Tolyl)furan-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Formyl-5-(2-methylphenyl)furan; 5-(2-Methylphenyl)-2-furaldehyde; 5-(2-Tolyl)furan-2-carboxaldehyde; 5-(o-Methylphenyl)-2-furancarbaldehyde; 110360-09-3; 5-(2-Methylphenyl)furan-2-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-o-Tolyl-Furan-2-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment. We support cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

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