Description

2-Furanacrylonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic nitrile building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactive acrylonitrile moiety fused to a furan ring, enabling its use in the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its bio-active scaffold.
• Functional Material Monomer: Serves as a building block for polymers and specialty chemicals with unique electronic or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cycloaddition reactions, Michael additions, and as a dienophile in Diels-Alder chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex flavors, fragrances, and dyes.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial research in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furanacrylonitrile
CAS No.	7187-01-1
Molecular Formula	C7H5NO
Molecular Weight	119.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Furylacrylonitrile; 3-(2-Furyl)acrylonitrile; 2-Furan-2-ylacrylonitrile; trans-2-Furanacrylonitrile; (E)-3-(Furan-2-yl)acrylonitrile; β-(2-Furyl)acrylonitrile; Furan-2-yl-acrylonitrile
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Quality Control

Our 2-Furanacrylonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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