Description

5-Ethyl-Furan-2-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile furan-based carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a key organic intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized furan ring, which provides a reactive scaffold for constructing more complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical compounds. This product is essential for research chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the furan moiety for biological activity.
• Organic Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and material science applications.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex fragrance and flavoring compounds where specific heterocyclic structures are required.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and exploration of new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Ethyl-Furan-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	56311-37-6
Molecular Formula	C7H8O3
Molecular Weight	140.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Ethyl-2-furancarboxylic acid; 5-Ethylfuran-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Furancarboxylic acid, 5-ethyl-; 5-Ethyl-2-furoic acid; 5-Ethylfuroic acid; 2-Carboxy-5-ethylfuran; 5-Ethyl-α-furoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-Ethyl-Furan-2-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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