Description

Ethyl 5-Bromo-2-Furoate, 97+% is a high-purity brominated furan derivative, a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a reliable and reactive ester intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical scaffolds. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to introduce functionalized furan motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing functionalized furan rings for antiviral, antibacterial, or anti-inflammatory activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, where the bromo and ester functionalities allow for further derivatization.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymers and functional organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) to create complex biaryl structures for various applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing novel furan-based ligands for metal complexes used in catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5-Bromo-2-Furoate, 97+%
CAS No.	6132-37-2
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrO3
Molecular Weight	219.03 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-furoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-bromofuran-2-carboxylate; 5-Bromo-2-furancarboxylic acid ethyl ester; 2-Furoic acid, 5-bromo-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-bromo-2-furoate; 5-Bromofuran-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 5-Bromo-2-Furoate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure the specified purity of 97% minimum and confirm identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and traceability for your critical applications.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.