Description

2-Furylacetonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic nitrile building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its furan ring and reactive nitrile group make it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing furan heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its bio-active furan scaffold.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for synthesizing flavors, fragrances, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, ligands for catalysis, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furylacetonitrile
CAS No.	2745-25-7
Molecular Formula	C6H5NO
Molecular Weight	107.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Furanacetonitrile; (2-Furyl)acetonitrile; Furan-2-ylacetonitrile; 2-Furylmethyl cyanide; α-Furfuryl cyanide; Furfuryl cyanide; 2-Cyanomethylfuran
EINECS	220-376-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Furylacetonitrile is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended long-term storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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