Description

3-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2,5-Furandione is a versatile chlorinated furandione derivative, a key heterocyclic building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive anhydride moiety and aromatic chlorophenyl group, enabling precise molecular construction for high-value intermediates. This compound is essential for research chemists and process developers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the bioactivity of the chlorophenyl-furandione scaffold.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability, adhesion, or chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, nucleophilic ring-opening reactions, and as a starting material for complex heterocycles like pyrroles and lactams.
• Dyestuff & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the manufacture of specialized colorants and pigments for high-performance coatings and plastics.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new chemical entities and reaction methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2,5-Furandione
CAS No.	3152-15-6
Molecular Formula	C10H5ClO3
Molecular Weight	208.60 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chlorophenylmaleic Anhydride; 3-(p-Chlorophenyl)-2,5-furandione; 2,5-Furandione, 3-(4-chlorophenyl)-; 4-Chlorophenylmaleic Anhydride; (4-Chlorophenyl)maleic Anhydride; Maleic Anhydride, 4-Chlorophenyl-; p-Chlorophenylmaleic Anhydride
EINECS	221-590-8

Quality Control

Our 3-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2,5-Furandione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 147 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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