Description

2-Furancarbonyl Chloride, 3-(Chloromethyl)- (9Ci) is a highly reactive bifunctional furan derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its dual functionality, featuring both an acid chloride and a chloromethyl group, makes it an indispensable reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with furan-based heterocyclic cores for antiviral, antibacterial, or anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the furan ring for bioactivity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers, resins, and functional materials with tailored properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of complex ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or asymmetric catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical spaces and reaction methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furancarbonyl Chloride, 3-(Chloromethyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	246178-73-4
Molecular Formula	C6H4Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	178.99 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Chloromethyl)furan-2-carbonyl chloride; 3-(Chloromethyl)-2-furoyl chloride; 2-Furoyl chloride, 3-(chloromethyl)-; 3-Chloromethyl-2-furoyl chloride; 3-(Chloromethyl)-2-furancarbonyl chloride; (3-Chloromethylfuran-2-yl)carbonyl chloride; 246178-73-4
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Quality Control

Our 2-Furancarbonyl Chloride, 3-(Chloromethyl)- (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and highly volatile. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Use under an inert atmosphere for prolonged handling to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.