Description

1-(2-Furyl)Pentan-1-One is a specialized organic compound featuring a furan ring, a key structural motif in many flavor, fragrance, and pharmaceutical intermediates. This chemical serves as a versatile building block for synthesizing more complex molecules due to its reactive ketone group and heterocyclic aromatic system. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the flavor & fragrance, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for creating novel compounds and fine-tuning product profiles.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals, contributing to fruity, nutty, or caramel-like notes.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a building block in medicinal chemistry for the development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the furan ring's bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for heterocyclic chemistry, used in cyclization reactions and the creation of novel chemical libraries.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of organic ligands for catalysts or functional polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Furyl)Pentan-1-One
CAS No.	3194-17-0
Molecular Formula	C9H12O2
Molecular Weight	152.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Furanyl)-1-pentanone; 1-Pentanone, 1-(2-furanyl)-; 2-Furyl pentyl ketone; 2-Furoyl butane; Butyl 2-furyl ketone; Furan-2-yl pentan-1-one; 1-(Furan-2-yl)pentan-1-one; 3194-17-0
EINECS	221-707-6

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Furyl)Pentan-1-One is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and spectroscopic identification, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformance to agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.480 - 1.490
Density (20°C)	1.020 - 1.050 g/mL

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