Description

5-p-Tolylfuran-2,3-Dione is a specialized organic compound belonging to the furandione class, serving as a valuable chemical intermediate. Its core value lies in its unique molecular structure, which makes it a versatile building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and industrial applications. This product is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its reactive furandione core.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile building block for heterocyclic and organic synthesis in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex organic colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-p-Tolylfuran-2,3-Dione
CAS No.	55991-68-9
Molecular Formula	C11H8O3
Molecular Weight	188.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(4-Methylphenyl)furan-2,3-dione; 5-(p-Tolyl)-2,3-furandione; 4-Methylbenzoylfuroic Anhydride; 5-(4-Methylphenyl)-2,3-furandione; 2,3-Furandione, 5-(4-methylphenyl)-; p-Tolylfuran-2,3-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-p-Tolylfuran-2,3-Dione is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, providing full traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.