Description

trans-3-Furanacrylic Acid CAS NO 81311-95-7 is a high-purity, unsaturated carboxylic acid derivative featuring a furan ring, serving as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its conjugated structure makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the production of advanced electronic display components due to its rigid, planar structure and conjugation properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Intermediate for creating complex aroma chemicals and synthetic flavors.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, enhancing thermal stability and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, Michael additions, and other C-C bond-forming reactions in research and development.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-3-Furanacrylic Acid
CAS No.	81311-95-7
Molecular Formula	C7H6O3
Molecular Weight	138.12 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-(2-Furyl)acrylic Acid; 3-(2-Furyl)-2-propenoic Acid; trans-3-(2-Furyl)propenoic Acid; β-(2-Furyl)acrylic Acid; 2-Furanacrylic Acid, trans-; Furan-2-acrylic Acid; (E)-3-(Furan-2-yl)acrylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our trans-3-Furanacrylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and stringent control of residual solvents and impurities. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request to ensure compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 147 °C
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.