Description

5-Methyl-4-Nitro-2-Furancarboxylic Acid is a specialized nitro-substituted furan derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its unique structure makes it a critical precursor for the development of novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the furan and nitro groups.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for constructing heterocyclic compounds and exploring new chemical reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of specialized dyes and colorants due to its chromophoric nitro-furan structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-4-Nitro-2-Furancarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	326867-81-6
Molecular Formula	C7H5NO5
Molecular Weight	183.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-5-methyl-2-furancarboxylic acid; 5-Methyl-4-nitrofuran-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Furancarboxylic acid, 5-methyl-4-nitro-; 4-Nitro-5-methylfuran-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Methyl-4-nitro-2-furoic acid; 4-Nitro-5-methyl-2-furoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-Methyl-4-Nitro-2-Furancarboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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