Description

1-(2-Furyl)Ethan-1-Ol is a valuable furan-based chiral building block and flavor compound. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty fragrances. It is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the fine chemical, flavor & fragrance, and pharmaceutical industries for creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Used in the creation of complex flavor profiles and aroma chemicals due to its furan structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile building block in academic and industrial R&D for heterocyclic and natural product synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, ligands, and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Furyl)Ethan-1-Ol
CAS No.	4208-64-4
Molecular Formula	C6H8O2
Molecular Weight	112.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Furylmethylcarbinol; 1-(2-Furanyl)ethanol; 2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)furan; α-Furfuryl alcohol; (2-Furyl)ethanol; Furfuryl ethyl alcohol; 2-Furyl ethanol; 2-Furancarbinol, α-methyl-
EINECS	224-123-7

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Furyl)Ethan-1-Ol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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