Description

Difuryl Ether is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring two furan rings linked by an oxygen atom. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds with specific electronic or binding properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a building block for creating specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer backbones to alter thermal stability, solubility, or electronic properties for advanced materials.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the development of organic semiconductors and conductive polymers.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Utilized in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Difuryl Ether
CAS No.	4437-22-3
Molecular Formula	C8H6O3
Molecular Weight	150.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(2-furyl) Ether; 2,2'-Oxybisfuran; Difurfuryl Ether; 2-Furyl Ether; Di-2-furanyl Ether; Furan, 2,2'-oxybis-; 2-(2-Furanyloxy)furan
EINECS	224-646-6

Quality Control

Our Difuryl Ether is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and relevant impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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