Description

2-Methylfuran-3-Carbonyl Chloride is a reactive acyl chloride derivative of a methylated furan, serving as a versatile and high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in enabling the efficient introduction of the 2-methylfuran-3-carbonyl moiety, a key structural motif for developing novel compounds with tailored properties. This intermediate is critically needed by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting heterocyclic active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the furan ring contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, ligands for catalysis, and organic electronic materials.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical reagent for fine chemical manufacturers offering bespoke synthesis services to clients in life sciences.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a starting material for investigating new chemical reactions and creating libraries of compounds for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylfuran-3-Carbonyl Chloride
CAS No.	5555-00-0
Molecular Formula	C7H7ClO2
Molecular Weight	158.58 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Furoyl chloride, 2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-3-furoyl chloride; 2-Methylfuran-3-carboxylic acid chloride; 2-Methyl-3-furancarbonyl chloride; α-Methyl-β-furoyl chloride; 3-Carboxy-2-methylfuran chloride; 2-Methyl-3-furoyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methylfuran-3-Carbonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts with strong acids/organic solvents; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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