Description

(5-Bromofuran-2-Yl)Methanol is a versatile brominated furan derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive bromine and hydroxymethyl functional groups, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for constructing complex heterocyclic cores found in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, where the furan ring system contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of sophisticated ligands for metal-catalyzed coupling reactions, which are fundamental to modern synthetic chemistry.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing molecular probes to study biological processes and enzyme functions.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A key starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring specific bromofuran chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Bromofuran-2-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	27230-58-6
Molecular Formula	C5H5BrO2
Molecular Weight	177.00 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-furanmethanol; 5-Bromo-2-furylcarbinol; (5-Bromo-2-furanyl)methanol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-bromofuran; 5-Bromofurfuryl alcohol; Bromohydroxymethylfuran
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (5-Bromofuran-2-Yl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

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

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