Description

Methyl 5-[(2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorophenoxy)Methyl]-2-Furoate is a high-value fluorinated organic intermediate with a unique molecular architecture combining furan and tetrafluorophenoxy moieties. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its fluorine content imparts desirable properties like metabolic stability and lipophilicity. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in areas requiring fluorinated scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the production of fluorinated components for electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine-containing side chains into polymers, altering surface properties, chemical resistance, and stability.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new fluorination reactions and constructing complex heterocyclic systems.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific fluorinated aromatic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-[(2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorophenoxy)Methyl]-2-Furoate
CAS No.	406470-72-2
Molecular Formula	C13H8F4O4
Molecular Weight	304.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-((2,3,5,6-tetrafluorophenoxy)methyl)furan-2-carboxylate; 2-Furoic acid, 5-[(2,3,5,6-tetrafluorophenoxy)methyl]-, methyl ester; 5-[(2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorophenoxy)methyl]-2-furancarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-(2,3,5,6-tetrafluorophenoxymethyl)furoate; 406470-72-2; Methyl 5-(tetrafluorophenoxymethyl)furan-2-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 5-[(2,3,5,6-Tetrafluorophenoxy)Methyl]-2-Furoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to confirm identity and quantify impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment. We support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
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.