Description

3-Furancarboxylic Acid, 4-Bromo- is a versatile brominated heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce both a reactive bromine atom and a carboxylic acid functional group into target molecules, enabling precise structural modifications. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the furan ring's bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed to create novel chelating ligands for metal catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for method development and exploring new chemical spaces in heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Furancarboxylic Acid, 4-Bromo-
CAS No.	116779-79-4
Molecular Formula	C5H3BrO3
Molecular Weight	190.98 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-3-furancarboxylic acid; 4-Bromofuran-3-carboxylic acid; 4-Bromo-3-furoic acid; 3-Furoic acid, 4-bromo-; 4-Bromo-β-furancarboxylic acid; 4-Bromofuran-3-carboxylate (anion form); 4-Bromo-3-carboxyfuran
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Furancarboxylic Acid, 4-Bromo- is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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	≤ 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.