Description

Bis-(5-Methyl-Furan-2-Yl)-Methanone is a specialized organic compound featuring a central ketone group bridging two 5-methylfuran moieties. This structure makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate and building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science research and development teams for creating novel molecules with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymers, resins, and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules, including ligands for catalysis.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use in the synthesis of specialty aroma chemicals due to its furan-based structure.
• Electronic Chemicals: Investigated for use in the synthesis of organic semiconductors or photoactive materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis-(5-Methyl-Furan-2-Yl)-Methanone
CAS No.	21432-51-9
Molecular Formula	C11H10O3
Molecular Weight	190.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Di(5-methyl-2-furyl)methanone; Bis(5-methyl-2-furanyl)methanone; 2,2'-(Carbonylbis(5-methylfuran)); 5,5'-Dimethyl-2,2'-furil; (5-Methyl-2-furyl)(5-methylfuran-2-yl)methanone; 1,1'-(5-Methyl-2-furyl) ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bis-(5-Methyl-Furan-2-Yl)-Methanone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.