Description

5-(2-Nitro-Phenyl)Furan-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a specialized organic compound belonging to the furan-carboxylate family, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its unique molecular architecture, which incorporates both a nitroaromatic and a furan moiety, making it a versatile building block for constructing more complex molecules. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(2-Nitro-Phenyl)Furan-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	41019-36-7
Molecular Formula	C12H9NO5
Molecular Weight	247.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-(2-nitrophenyl)furan-2-carboxylate; 2-Nitrobenzenefuran-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 5-(2-Nitrophenyl)-2-furancarboxylic acid methyl ester; 2-Furancarboxylic acid, 5-(2-nitrophenyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 5-(o-nitrophenyl)furan-2-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-(2-Nitro-Phenyl)Furan-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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