Description

Ethyl 3-Furancarboxylate is a versatile organic ester derived from furan, serving as a key building block in fine chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a flavor and fragrance intermediate and as a precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is essential for R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking high-purity intermediates for complex syntheses.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a synthetic intermediate for creating fruity and sweet flavor notes in food products and perfumery.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial research for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Polymer and Material Science: Utilized as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Furancarboxylate
CAS No.	614-98-2
Molecular Formula	C7H8O3
Molecular Weight	140.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Furoate; 3-Furoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl β-Furoate; Ethyl Furancarboxylate; NSC 4019; Ethyl 3-Furanoate; Ethyl Furan-3-carboxylate; 3-Carbethoxyfuran
EINECS	210-406-8

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Furancarboxylate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.470 - 1.480
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.115 - 1.135
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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