Description

(Z)-α-(Methoxyimino)Furan-2-Acetyl Chloride CAS NO 59176-08-8 is a high-purity, reactive chemical intermediate belonging to the class of functionalized furan derivatives. This compound is of significant commercial importance as a key building block in the synthesis of advanced agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of strobilurin-type fungicides. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists, process engineers, and procurement specialists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical manufacturing industries.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of strobilurin and methoxyiminoacetate fungicides, offering broad-spectrum disease control.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic molecules in medicinal chemistry research.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of specialty chemicals requiring the unique furan-acetyl chloride moiety.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring novel synthetic pathways and bioactive compounds.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophile in various metal-catalyzed coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-α-(Methoxyimino)Furan-2-Acetyl Chloride
CAS No.	59176-08-8
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO4
Molecular Weight	217.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Z)-Methoxyimino]-2-(2-furyl)acetyl Chloride; (Z)-2-(Methoxyimino)-2-(furan-2-yl)acetyl Chloride; (Z)-α-(Methoxyimino)-2-furanacetyl Chloride; (Z)-Methoxyimino(furan-2-yl)acetyl Chloride; (Z)-MOIFAC; Furan-2-yl[1-(methoxyimino)ethyl] Chloride (common name variant); (Z)-Isomer of α-Methoxyimino Furan Acetyl Chloride
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Quality Control

Our production of (Z)-α-(Methoxyimino)Furan-2-Acetyl Chloride adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to confirm identity, purity, and isomeric ratio. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizers, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
(Z)-Isomer Content (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.