Description

2-Furylmethyl Benzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound with the CAS registry number 34171-46-5. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and flavor/fragrance component, valued for its unique aromatic profile derived from its furan and benzoate structure. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical synthesis industries seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a key aromatic component in the formulation of complex flavors and fragrances, imparting sweet, balsamic, or fruity notes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial synthetic building block in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent and protecting group in multi-step organic synthesis for academic and industrial research.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced crop protection agents and specialty agrochemicals.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of other high-value specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furylmethyl Benzoate
CAS No.	34171-46-5
Molecular Formula	C13H10O3
Molecular Weight	214.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Furfuryl Benzoate; 2-Furanmethyl Benzoate; Benzoic Acid 2-Furanylmethyl Ester; (Furan-2-yl)methyl Benzoate; Furfuryl Alcohol Benzoate Ester; α-Furfuryl Benzoate; NSC 406914; 2-Furylcarbinyl Benzoate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Furylmethyl Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.550 - 1.560
Density (20°C)	1.15 - 1.20 g/mL

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