Description

4-(Bromomethyl)-5-Hydrofuran-2-One is a versatile brominated furanone derivative, a key heterocyclic building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromomethyl group makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, offering significant value in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development. This compound is essential for chemists and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for constructing fused heterocyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the furanone scaffold imparts biological activity.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialized polymers and functional materials.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and methodologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific lactone-based aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Bromomethyl)-5-Hydrofuran-2-One
CAS No.	61934-55-2
Molecular Formula	C5H5BrO2
Molecular Weight	177.00 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Bromomethyl)-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone; 5-Hydroxy-4-(bromomethyl)-2(5H)-furanone; 4-Bromomethyl-5-hydroxy-2(5H)-furanone; 5-Hydroxy-4-bromomethyl-2(5H)-furanone; 2(5H)-Furanone, 4-(bromomethyl)-5-hydroxy-; 4-Bromomethyl-5-hydroxydihydrofuran-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(Bromomethyl)-5-Hydrofuran-2-One is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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