Description

3-(2-Furyl)Benzaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative featuring a furan heterocycle, serving as a versatile and high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a critical precursor for developing complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in fine chemical, pharmaceutical intermediate, and material science industries seeking to create novel compounds with specific electronic or binding properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the furan moiety's bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and organocatalysts due to its aldehyde functionality and heteroaromatic system.
• Material Science Research: Monomer or precursor for synthesizing conjugated polymers, organic semiconductors, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Intermediate for creating complex aroma chemicals where the benzaldehyde-furan combination offers unique sensory profiles.
• Academic & R&D: Serves as a starting material in heterocyclic chemistry research and methodology development for organic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Furyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	85553-52-2
Molecular Formula	C11H8O2
Molecular Weight	172.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Furyl)benzaldehyde; 3-(Furan-2-yl)benzaldehyde; 2-(3-Formylphenyl)furan; m-(2-Furyl)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-(2-furanyl)-; 3-Furan-2-yl-benzaldehyde; 3-(2-Furanyl)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(2-Furyl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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 compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to preserve stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Assay	≥ 96.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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