Description

5-Hydroxynaphtho[2,3-B]Furan-4,9-Dione is a specialized, high-purity organic compound belonging to the naphthoquinone-furan class, valued for its unique fused-ring structure and functional groups. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and production facilities focused on developing novel active ingredients, dyes, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with quinone-based structures for potential anticancer or antimicrobial activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its fused aromatic system.
• Dye and Pigment Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the production of specialized organic dyes and high-performance pigments due to its quinone core.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a potential component or precursor for organic semiconductors and conductive polymers.
• Research & Development: Essential compound in academic and industrial organic chemistry research for studying heterocyclic compound reactions and properties.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes to construct complex polycyclic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxynaphtho[2,3-B]Furan-4,9-Dione
CAS No.	88497-92-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₆O₄
Molecular Weight	214.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxynaphtho[2,3-b]furan-4,9-dione; 4,9-Dioxo-4,9-dihydronaphtho[2,3-b]furan-5-ol; Naphtho[2,3-b]furan-4,9-dione, 5-hydroxy-; 5-Hydroxy-4,9-dioxo-4,9-dihydronaphtho[2,3-b]furan
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Hydroxynaphtho[2,3-B]Furan-4,9-Dione is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to handle the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to Orange Crystalline Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.