Description

5-Ethoxycarbonyl-2-Methylfuranzinc Chloride is a specialized organozinc reagent, a key intermediate in modern synthetic organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique reactivity profile, enabling efficient carbon-carbon bond formation, particularly in cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic additions. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity building blocks for complex molecule synthesis.

Application

• As a versatile organozinc reagent in Negishi-type cross-coupling reactions for constructing biaryl and carbon-heteroatom bonds.
• Key synthetic intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Precursor for the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and functionalized furan derivatives.
• Used in agrochemical research for creating novel pesticide and herbicide molecules.
• Building block in material science for the preparation of organic electronic materials and ligands for catalysis.
• Employed in academic and industrial R&D for methodology development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Ethoxycarbonyl-2-Methylfuranzinc Chloride
CAS No.	352530-38-2
Molecular Formula	C9H11ClO3Zn
Molecular Weight	267.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5-(Chlorozincio)-2-methyl-3-furoate; Zinc, chlorofuranyl-; 2-Methyl-5-ethoxycarbonylfuranzinc chloride; 5-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-2-methyl-3-furylzinc chloride; 3-Furoic acid, 5-(chlorozincio)-2-methyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-methyl-5-[(chlorozincio)]-3-furoate; Organozinc reagent 352530-38-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Ethoxycarbonyl-2-Methylfuranzinc Chloride is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high reactivity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and titration assays, to confirm identity, purity, and zinc content. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to beige powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Zinc Content	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in THF, ethers; reacts with protic solvents

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