Description

Methyl 2-Bromo-3-Furoate is a high-purity brominated furan derivative, a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive bromine atom and ester functionality, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This intermediate is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical R&D teams for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in heterocyclic chemistry targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the furan scaffold is integral to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing functional polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An effective substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Stille, or Negishi couplings for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Chemical Library Development: Employed in combinatorial chemistry and high-throughput screening for generating diverse compound libraries.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and process chemistry optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromo-3-Furoate
CAS No.	197846-06-3
Molecular Formula	C6H5BrO3
Molecular Weight	205.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3-furoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromofuran-3-carboxylate; 3-Furoic acid, 2-bromo-, methyl ester; 2-Bromo-3-methoxycarbonylfuran; Methyl 2-bromo-3-furancarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Bromo-3-Furoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, supporting your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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