Description

5-(Ethoxymethyl)-2-Methyl-3-Furancarboxylic Acid is a versatile furan-based carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both an ethoxymethyl and a carboxylic acid group on the furan ring, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with specific functionalities. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with complex heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the furan ring's bioactivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and functional materials requiring specific furan derivatives.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, ligands, and organic electronic materials due to its modifiable functional groups.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, heterocyclic chemistry, and medicinal chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(Ethoxymethyl)-2-Methyl-3-Furancarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	35340-01-3
Molecular Formula	C9H12O4
Molecular Weight	184.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-(ethoxymethyl)-3-furancarboxylic acid; 3-Furancarboxylic acid, 5-(ethoxymethyl)-2-methyl-; 5-Ethoxymethyl-2-methyl-3-furoic acid; 2-Methyl-5-(ethoxymethyl)furan-3-carboxylic acid; 35340-01-3; Furan-3-carboxylic acid derivative; Ethoxymethyl methyl furoate precursor
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-(Ethoxymethyl)-2-Methyl-3-Furancarboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates.

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 organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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