Description

4-Methylfuran-2-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique furan ring structure, which provides a reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecules across various high-value industries. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides with specific modes of action.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Intermediate for synthesizing specific flavor compounds and aroma chemicals.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylfuran-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	59304-40-4
Molecular Formula	C6H6O3
Molecular Weight	126.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2-furancarboxylic Acid; 4-Methyl-2-furoic Acid; 2-Furoic Acid, 4-Methyl-; 4-Methylfuroic Acid; 4-Methyl-2-carboxyfuran; 5-Methyl-2-furancarboxylic Acid (tautomer); 59304-40-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylfuran-2-Carboxylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

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	≤ 1.0%
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.