Description

3-(2-Furanylmethylene)-2,4-Pentanedione is a specialized organic compound featuring a furan ring conjugated with a diketone moiety, making it a valuable building block in synthetic chemistry. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic structures and functional materials. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for creating novel molecules and ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates and bioactive heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand or precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a building block for organic semiconductors and conductive polymers.
• Flavor & Fragrance Research: Explored for the synthesis of novel aroma chemicals due to its furan-based structure.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A crucial reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Furanylmethylene)-2,4-Pentanedione
CAS No.	4728-04-5
Molecular Formula	C10H10O3
Molecular Weight	178.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Furylmethylene)pentane-2,4-dione; 3-Furfurylidenepentane-2,4-dione; 2,4-Pentanedione, 3-(2-furanylmethylene)-; 3-(2-Furylmethylidene)pentane-2,4-dione; Furfurylidenepentanedione; (E)-3-(Furan-2-ylmethylene)pentane-2,4-dione; 3-(2-Furylmethylene)-2,4-pentanedione
EINECS	225-214-2

Quality Control

Our 3-(2-Furanylmethylene)-2,4-Pentanedione is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to light and propensity for oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.