Description

5-(2-Methyl-3-Nitrophenyl)-2-Furaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of complex heterocyclic molecules and functional materials. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, as well as by manufacturers of specialty dyes and electronic chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates with complex fused-ring systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its nitro and aldehyde functionalities for structural diversification.
• Specialty Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating advanced colorants with specific light-fastness and electronic properties.
• Material Science: Employed in the research of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other functional organic materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including novel cross-coupling and cyclization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(2-Methyl-3-Nitrophenyl)-2-Furaldehyde
CAS No.	725276-90-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₉NO₄
Molecular Weight	243.22 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(2-Methyl-3-nitrophenyl)furan-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Furaldehyde, 5-(2-methyl-3-nitrophenyl)-; 5-(2-Methyl-3-nitrophenyl)-2-furancarboxaldehyde; 5-(2-Methyl-3-nitrophenyl)furfural; 3-Nitro-2-methylphenylfurfural
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(2-Methyl-3-Nitrophenyl)-2-Furaldehyde is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or after opening to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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