Description

5-(2-Methyl-5-Nitro-Phenyl)-Furan-2-Carbaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both nitro and furan moieties, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways where its nitro and aldehyde groups are utilized for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialized polymers, resins, and liquid crystals with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds, dyes, and pigments.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new chemical reactions in process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(2-Methyl-5-Nitro-Phenyl)-Furan-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	294193-92-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₉NO₄
Molecular Weight	231.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(2-Methyl-5-nitrophenyl)furan-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Methyl-5-(2-furanylcarbonyl)nitrobenzene; 5-(2-Methyl-5-nitrophenyl)-2-furaldehyde; 2-Furaldehyde, 5-(2-methyl-5-nitrophenyl)-; 294193-92-3; 5-(2-Methyl-5-nitro-phenyl)-furan-2-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-(2-Methyl-5-Nitro-Phenyl)-Furan-2-Carbaldehyde adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to support cGMP and ISO standards where required, ensuring reliable supply for critical synthetic pathways.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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