Description

5-tert-Butyl-2-Furancarboxylic Acid 2,2,2-Trichloroethyl Ester is a specialized furan derivative ester, recognized for its unique chemical structure that combines a bulky tert-butyl group with a trichloroethyl ester moiety. This compound serves as a valuable advanced intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for the development of complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries who require high-purity, structurally complex building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific biological pathways where the furan ring system is pharmacologically relevant.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a key precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its sterically hindered structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions or as a building block for functional materials.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for introducing furan-based functionalities into specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in multi-step synthetic routes for constructing complex natural product analogs or other high-value fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-tert-Butyl-2-Furancarboxylic Acid 2,2,2-Trichloroethyl Ester
CAS No.	63938-45-4
Molecular Formula	C11H13Cl3O3
Molecular Weight	299.57 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2,2-Trichloroethyl 5-tert-butyl-2-furoate; 5-tert-Butyl-2-furoic acid 2,2,2-trichloroethyl ester; 2,2,2-Trichloroethyl 5-(tert-butyl)furan-2-carboxylate; 5-(tert-Butyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid 2,2,2-trichloroethyl ester; Trichloroethyl 5-tert-butyl-2-furancarboxylate; 5-tert-Butyl-2-furancarboxylic acid trichloroethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-tert-Butyl-2-Furancarboxylic Acid 2,2,2-Trichloroethyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.