Description

3-(2-Furyl)Acrolein is a versatile furan-based aldehyde intermediate characterized by its reactive α,β-unsaturated carbonyl system. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex heterocyclic and fine chemical structures. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in organic synthesis and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing furan or dihydrofuran moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for flavors, fragrances, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, resins, and functional organic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory organic synthesis in research chemistry.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized as an electrophilic partner in various metal-catalyzed coupling reactions to construct complex molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Furyl)Acrolein
CAS No.	39511-08-5
Molecular Formula	C7H6O2
Molecular Weight	122.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Furyl)propenal; 2-Furanacrolein; 3-(Furan-2-yl)acrylaldehyde; (E)-3-(Furan-2-yl)acrylaldehyde; Furylacrolein; β-(2-Furyl)acrolein; 2-Furylacrylaldehyde; NSC 406908
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Quality Control

Our 3-(2-Furyl)Acrolein is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profile. We support customer-specific quality requirements and can provide material compliant with relevant standards for research and commercial use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brownish liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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