Description

Tetrahydro-2-Furancarboxaldehyde is a versatile heterocyclic aldehyde, also known as Tetrahydrofurfural, serving as a crucial intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its reactive aldehyde group and tetrahydrofuran ring structure make it a valuable building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This compound is essential for research and production chemists in industries requiring high-purity chiral intermediates and flavor/fragrance components.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and chiral molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Serves as a building block for creating complex aroma chemicals and flavorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty resins and polymers.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile reagent for heterocyclic chemistry, used in Diels-Alder reactions and as a starting material for furan derivatives.
• Solvent and Extractant: Employed in specialized separation processes and as a solvent for specific chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrahydro-2-Furancarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	7681-84-7
Molecular Formula	C5H8O2
Molecular Weight	100.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrahydrofurfural; 2-Tetrahydrofurancarboxaldehyde; Tetrahydro-2-furaldehyde; THFA; 2-Formyltetrahydrofuran; 2-Furaldehyde, tetrahydro-; NSC 401798; Tetrahydrofurfuraldehyde; α-Tetrahydrofuroic Aldehyde
EINECS	231-672-8

Quality Control

Our Tetrahydro-2-Furancarboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global customer base. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and safety data are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate for prolonged use. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.455
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.095 - 1.105
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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