Description

3-(Furan-2-Yl)Prop-2-Ynoic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic building block featuring a furan ring conjugated to a propiolic acid moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the preparation of complex molecules and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring a furan-based heterocyclic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive alkyne and acid functionalities.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, conductive materials, and organic electronic components.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a click chemistry reagent (via its alkyne group) for bioconjugation, labeling biomolecules, and activity-based protein profiling.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental building block for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing libraries of compounds for screening in various discovery programs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of complex fragrances, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Furan-2-Yl)Prop-2-Ynoic Acid
CAS No.	4582-65-4
Molecular Formula	C7H4O3
Molecular Weight	136.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Furanpropiolic Acid; 3-(2-Furyl)propiolic Acid; 2-Furylpropiolic Acid; 3-(Furan-2-yl)prop-2-ynoic acid; (2-Furyl)propiolic Acid; Propiolic acid, 3-(2-furyl)-; Furan-2-yl-propynoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(Furan-2-Yl)Prop-2-Ynoic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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