Description

1-(2-Furyl)Butan-1-One is a versatile furan-based organic compound with a distinctive ketone functional group. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its reactivity and structural features. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and potential drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for creating complex aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing heterocyclic compounds and complex molecular architectures.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Furyl)Butan-1-One
CAS No.	4208-57-5
Molecular Formula	C8H10O2
Molecular Weight	138.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Furanyl)-1-butanone; 2-Butanoyl furan; 2-Furyl butyl ketone; 1-Butanone, 1-(2-furanyl)-; Furan, 2-butanoyl-; 2-Butyrylfuran; 1-(Furan-2-yl)butan-1-one; 2-Furoylpropane
EINECS	224-125-7

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Furyl)Butan-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality system supports traceability and meets the rigorous standards required for research and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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