Description

2-(2-Bromophenyl)Furan is a high-purity brominated furan derivative, a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a bromine atom ortho to the furan ring, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules with precise electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the furan moiety for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis, such as cross-coupling reactions.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a building block for π-conjugated systems in the research of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies in heterocyclic and cross-coupling chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex flavors, fragrances, and other specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Bromophenyl)Furan
CAS No.	38527-58-1
Molecular Formula	C10H7BrO
Molecular Weight	223.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Bromophenyl)furan; 2-Bromo-2'-furylbenzene; 1-Bromo-2-(furan-2-yl)benzene; (2-Bromophenyl)furan; Furan, 2-(2-bromophenyl)-; 2-(o-Bromophenyl)furan
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-Bromophenyl)Furan is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing results from GC, HPLC, NMR, and other relevant techniques. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring traceability and reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be amber-colored or stored in a dark environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
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.