Description

4-(Phenylazo)Benzoic Acid 2-(Tetrahydro-2-Oxofuran-3-Yl)Ethyl Ester is a specialized organic compound featuring a phenylazo chromophore linked to a benzoic acid ester with a tetrahydrofuranone moiety. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and functional dyes. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise molecular modification and light-absorbing properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where the azo group or ester linkage is a key pharmacophore or prodrug component.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides, pesticides, or plant growth regulators that require specific light-stability or binding characteristics.
• Functional Dye & Pigment Precursor: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of specialized azo dyes and pigments for high-performance applications in inks, coatings, or imaging technologies.
• Polymer & Material Science: Utilized in the synthesis of monomers or additives for creating polymers with specific optical, thermal, or surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard or reagent in organic synthesis methodologies, including studies on esterification, azo coupling reactions, and heterocyclic chemistry.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Investigated as a potential component or dopant in the development of advanced display and lighting materials due to its conjugated structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Phenylazo)Benzoic Acid 2-(Tetrahydro-2-Oxofuran-3-Yl)Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	36763-88-9
Molecular Formula	C19H18N2O4
Molecular Weight	338.36 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Tetrahydro-2-oxofuran-3-yl)ethyl 4-(phenylazo)benzoate; 4-(Phenylazo)benzoic Acid 2-(3-Oxotetrahydrofuran-2-yl)ethyl Ester; 2-(3-Oxotetrahydrofuran-2-yl)ethyl 4-(Phenylazo)benzoate; 4-(Phenylazo)benzoic Acid 2-(Tetrahydro-2-oxo-3-furanyl)ethyl Ester; 4-Benzeneazobenzoic Acid 2-(Tetrahydro-2-oxo-3-furanyl)ethyl Ester; Azo Benzoic Acid Tetrahydrofuranone Ester; (Tetrahydro-2-oxofuran-3-yl)ethyl 4-(Phenylazo)benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(Phenylazo)Benzoic Acid 2-(Tetrahydro-2-Oxofuran-3-Yl)Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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