Description

5-(Methoxymethyl)-2-Methyl-3-Furancarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-value furan derivative ester, serving as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both methoxymethyl and ester functionalities, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with furan-based heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides that leverage the furan ring's bioactivity.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Serves as a starting material for creating complex aroma chemicals and flavoring agents due to its ester group and potential for further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or building block for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial research for methodologies like cross-coupling reactions, cyclizations, and as a protected aldehyde equivalent.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(Methoxymethyl)-2-Methyl-3-Furancarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	35340-00-2
Molecular Formula	C10H14O5
Molecular Weight	214.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-(methoxymethyl)-2-methyl-3-furoate; 2-Methyl-3-furancarboxylic acid, 5-(methoxymethyl)-, methyl ester; 3-Furancarboxylic acid, 5-(methoxymethyl)-2-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-methyl-5-(methoxymethyl)furan-3-carboxylate; 35340-00-2; 5-Methoxymethyl-2-methyl-3-furancarboxylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for this specialty chemical. Production follows current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable, and every batch is analyzed to ensure consistency and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are sealed when not in use and stored away from heat sources and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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