Description

5-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Furan-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both chlorophenyl and trifluoromethyl groups, makes it a critical intermediate for developing novel compounds with enhanced biological activity and physical properties. This product is primarily targeted at pharmaceutical R&D and agrochemical manufacturers seeking to create new active ingredients with improved efficacy and patentability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in areas like kinase inhibitors, anti-inflammatory agents, and central nervous system (CNS) drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in constructing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group enhances lipophilicity and metabolic stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a building block for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and electron-withdrawing characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for method development, catalysis studies, and creating novel chemical libraries for screening.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis houses producing bespoke compounds for client-specific projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Furan-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	175276-60-5
Molecular Formula	C12H6ClF3O3
Molecular Weight	290.62 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-(trifluoromethyl)-3-furancarboxylic acid; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-5-(4-chlorophenyl)furan-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Furancarboxylic acid, 5-(4-chlorophenyl)-2-(trifluoromethyl)-; 175276-60-5; 5-(p-Chlorophenyl)-2-(trifluoromethyl)-3-furoic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Furan-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and compliance with your project requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is sensitive to strong bases and fluorides; keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
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.