Description

5-(2-Nitrophenyl)Furan-2-Carbonyl Chloride is a high-purity, reactive organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its role as a versatile acylating agent, enabling the efficient construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the nitrophenyl and furan motifs are valuable.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: An essential reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for introducing the 5-(2-nitrophenyl)furan-2-carbonyl moiety into target molecules.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants due to its conjugated structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(2-Nitrophenyl)Furan-2-Carbonyl Chloride
CAS No.	61941-88-6
Molecular Formula	C11H6ClNO4
Molecular Weight	251.62 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitrobenzene-1-(2-furoyl chloride); 2-(2-Nitrophenyl)furan-5-carbonyl chloride; 5-(2-Nitrobenzoyl)furan-2-carbonyl chloride; 2-Furoyl chloride, 5-(2-nitrophenyl)-; 5-(o-Nitrophenyl)-2-furoyl chloride; (5-(2-Nitrophenyl)furan-2-yl)methanoyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 5-(2-Nitrophenyl)Furan-2-Carbonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature and reactivity, store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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