Description

5-(3,4-Dichloro-Phenoxymethyl)-Furan-2-Carbaldehyde is a high-value, multi-functional chemical intermediate featuring a furan-carbaldehyde core linked to a dichlorophenoxy moiety. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries that require advanced organic synthesis, such as pharmaceutical R&D for drug discovery and crop protection science for developing novel active ingredients, are the primary users of this specialized chemical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a critical building block for developing next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the furan and dichlorophenyl groups.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials where the aldehyde group enables further functionalization and cross-linking.
• Organic Synthesis & Process Chemistry: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and exploring new synthetic methodologies.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: The structural features make it a candidate for developing novel ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis research.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(3,4-Dichloro-Phenoxymethyl)-Furan-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	438219-86-4
Molecular Formula	C12H8Cl2O3
Molecular Weight	271.10 g/mol
Synonyms	5-[(3,4-Dichlorophenoxy)methyl]-2-furaldehyde; 5-[(3,4-Dichlorophenoxy)methyl]furfural; 2-Furancarboxaldehyde, 5-[(3,4-dichlorophenoxy)methyl]-; 5-(3,4-Dichlorophenoxymethyl)furan-2-carboxaldehyde; 5-(3,4-Dichlorophenoxymethyl)-2-furaldehyde; 438219-86-4; Furan-2-carbaldehyde, 5-[(3,4-dichlorophenoxy)methyl]-
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-(3,4-Dichloro-Phenoxymethyl)-Furan-2-Carbaldehyde adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR) to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request, supporting your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%

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