Description

(5-(Chloromethyl)Furan-2-Yl)Methanol is a versatile furan-based organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both a chloromethyl group and a hydroxymethyl group on the furan ring, enabling its use as a key intermediate in the construction of more complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing functionalized furan moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the furan scaffold imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for the preparation of specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the creation of novel monomers for functional polymers, resins, and advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized as a building block for synthesizing complex fragrance, flavor, and dye intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-(Chloromethyl)Furan-2-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	1265365-41-0
Molecular Formula	C6H7ClO2
Molecular Weight	146.57 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-(chloromethyl)furan; 5-(Chloromethyl)-2-furanmethanol; (5-Chloromethyl-2-furyl)methanol; 2-Furanmethanol, 5-(chloromethyl)-; 5-(Chloromethyl)furfuryl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our (5-(Chloromethyl)Furan-2-Yl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment supports your R&D and scale-up processes with reliable, high-purity material.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or light-colored liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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