Description

5-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Furoic Acid is a high-purity brominated furan derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as Suzuki coupling reactions and the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the furan and bromophenyl motifs for bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the synthesis of specialized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to create biaryl structures common in many advanced molecules.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare novel ligands for catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological development and discovery chemistry in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Furoic Acid
CAS No.	52938-96-2
Molecular Formula	C11H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	267.08 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(4-Bromophenyl)furan-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Furoic Acid, 5-(4-bromophenyl)-; 4-Bromophenylfuran-2-carboxylic Acid; 5-(p-Bromophenyl)-2-furoic Acid; 52938-96-2; 5-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-furancarboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Furoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standard of 98% (minimum by HPLC). We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.