Description

2-Furoicacid,Tetrahydro-4-Hydroxy-,Methylester(6Ci,7Ci) is a specialized furan derivative ester, a high-purity intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique tetrahydrofuran ring structure with hydroxyl and ester functionalities makes it a valuable chiral building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and the synthesis of novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting the central nervous system.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds, lactones, and other specialty chemicals.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its furan-based scaffold.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specific flavoring agents and aroma chemicals due to its ester functional group.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in methodological studies and process chemistry development for asymmetric synthesis and catalysis.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or modifying agent for polymers and advanced materials with specific optical or mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furoicacid,Tetrahydro-4-Hydroxy-,Methylester(6Ci,7Ci)
CAS No.	89599-38-2
Molecular Formula	C7H10O4
Molecular Weight	158.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl tetrahydro-4-hydroxy-2-furoate; Tetrahydro-4-hydroxy-2-furancarboxylic acid methyl ester; 4-Hydroxytetrahydrofuran-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-hydroxytetrahydrofuran-2-carboxylate; (6CI,7CI); Tetrahydro-4-hydroxy-2-furoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Furoicacid,Tetrahydro-4-Hydroxy-,Methylester(6Ci,7Ci) adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. Each lot is characterized and tested using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.