Description

2-Chloro-5-(5-Formyl-Furan-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, multifunctional organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its versatile molecular structure, which incorporates both a reactive aldehyde group and a halogenated aromatic ester, making it a critical building block for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its furan and benzoate motifs.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create labeled compounds or molecular probes for studying biological pathways and mechanisms.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Provides a scaffold for designing novel ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex fragrance and flavor ingredients.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5-(5-Formyl-Furan-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	355368-67-1
Molecular Formula	C14H9ClO4
Molecular Weight	276.67 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Chloro-5-(5-formylfuran-2-yl)benzoate; 2-Chloro-5-(5-formyl-2-furyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-5-(5-formyl-2-furanyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-chloro-5-(5-formylfuran-2-yl)benzoate; 5-Formyl-2-furylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, 2-Chloro Derivative; 355368-67-1; Methyl 5-(5-formylfuran-2-yl)-2-chlorobenzoate
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Chloro-5-(5-Formyl-Furan-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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