Description

Methyl 2,4-Dioxo-4-(2-Furyl)-4-Ylbutanoate is a high-purity, specialized organic ester compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both furan and diketone functionalities, makes it a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with targeted properties. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways where the furan moiety is pharmacologically relevant.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive sites to create compounds with specific modes of action.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for synthesizing complex esters, lactones, and heterocyclic compounds used in flavors, fragrances, and specialty polymers.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, where its conjugated system can contribute to desired electronic properties.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including studies on cyclization reactions and heterocycle formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2,4-Dioxo-4-(2-Furyl)-4-Ylbutanoate
CAS No.	374063-90-8
Molecular Formula	C9H8O5
Molecular Weight	196.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,4-dioxo-4-(furan-2-yl)butanoate; 4-(2-Furyl)-2,4-dioxobutanoic acid methyl ester; 2,4-Dioxo-4-(2-furyl)butyric acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-(2-furanyl)-2,4-dioxobutanoate; Butanoic acid, 2,4-dioxo-4-(2-furanyl)-, methyl ester; 4-(Furan-2-yl)-2,4-dioxobutanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-(furan-2-yl)-2,4-dioxobutanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 2,4-Dioxo-4-(2-Furyl)-4-Ylbutanoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR) to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full transparency and compliance with your internal quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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