Description

5-tert-Butyl-2-Furoic Acid is a specialized furan carboxylic acid derivative characterized by its tert-butyl substituent. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable chemical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalytic systems.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of novel polymers, resins, and organic electronic materials.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and scaling new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-tert-Butyl-2-Furoic Acid
CAS No.	56311-39-8
Molecular Formula	C9H12O3
Molecular Weight	168.19 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(tert-Butyl)furan-2-carboxylic Acid; 5-tert-Butyl-2-furancarboxylic Acid; 2-Furoic Acid, 5-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 5-tert-Butylfuroic Acid; 5-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-furancarboxylic Acid; 5-(tert-Butyl)-2-furoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-tert-Butyl-2-Furoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 oxidizing agents.

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%

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