Description

5-[2-(Methoxycarbonyl)-3-Thienyl]-2-Furoic Acid is a high-purity, heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its unique fused thiophene-furan structure makes it a valuable building block for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating new active ingredients and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new generation pesticides and herbicides due to its heterocyclic scaffold.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile intermediate for constructing complex polyheterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial research.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the design of novel chelating ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-[2-(Methoxycarbonyl)-3-Thienyl]-2-Furoic Acid
CAS No.	241488-17-5
Molecular Formula	C11H8O5S
Molecular Weight	252.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Furoic acid, 5-[2-(methoxycarbonyl)-3-thienyl]-; Methyl 3-(5-carboxy-2-furyl)thiophene-2-carboxylate; 5-(2-Methoxycarbonylthiophen-3-yl)furan-2-carboxylic acid; 3-(5-Carboxyfuran-2-yl)thiophene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 241488-17-5; 5-(2-Methoxycarbonyl-3-thienyl)-2-furoic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-[2-(Methoxycarbonyl)-3-Thienyl]-2-Furoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical research and production processes. All material is characterized and released against comprehensive specifications, supported by a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each lot. We maintain traceability and documentation in line with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring the integrity of your supply chain.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.