Description

5-{[(2-Methylbenzyl)Sulfonyl]Methyl}-2-Furoic Acid is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate with a unique sulfonylmethyl-furoic acid structure. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical compounds and complex organic molecules. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the research and synthesis of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex molecules used in material science and specialty chemistry.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a tool compound or a standard in analytical method development and proteomics research.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in chemical libraries for high-throughput screening and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-{[(2-Methylbenzyl)Sulfonyl]Methyl}-2-Furoic Acid
CAS No.	696648-38-1
Molecular Formula	C15H14O5S
Molecular Weight	306.33 g/mol
Synonyms	5-[(2-Methylbenzylsulfonyl)methyl]-2-furoic acid; 5-[(2-Methylbenzylsulfonyl)methyl]furan-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Furoic acid, 5-[[(2-methylphenyl)methyl]sulfonyl]methyl]-; 5-((2-Methylbenzylsulfonyl)methyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid; 696648-38-1
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Quality Control

Our 5-{[(2-Methylbenzyl)Sulfonyl]Methyl}-2-Furoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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