Description

5-Formyl-2-Furansulfonic Acid Sodium Salt Hydrate is a versatile and reactive furan derivative, serving as a key bifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure combines an aldehyde group and a sulfonate salt, making it valuable for introducing both formyl and water-solubilizing sulfonate functionalities into target molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring furan-based heterocyclic cores with enhanced solubility.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Crosslinking Agent: The reactive aldehyde group enables its use in polymer chemistry for crosslinking applications and creating functional materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the production of specialized furan-based dyes and colorants.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Useful in biochemical research for modifying proteins or other biomolecules via aldehyde-reactive groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Formyl-2-Furansulfonic Acid Sodium Salt Hydrate
CAS No.	31795-44-5
Molecular Formula	C5H3NaO6S · xH2O
Molecular Weight	Anhydrous: 214.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 5-formyl-2-furansulfonate hydrate; 2-Furansulfonic acid, 5-formyl-, sodium salt, hydrate; 5-Formylfuran-2-sulfonic acid sodium salt; FFSA sodium salt; Sodium 5-formylfuran-2-sulfonate; 5-Carboxyaldehyde-2-furansulfonic acid sodium salt
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Quality Control

Our 5-Formyl-2-Furansulfonic Acid Sodium Salt Hydrate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment, NMR for structural confirmation, and Karl Fischer titration for water content. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 10.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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