Description

5-(4-Methoxy-Phenoxymethyl)-Furan-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile furan-based carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a furan ring and a methoxyphenoxymethyl side chain, makes it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific functional properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for advanced electronic materials requiring specific aromatic and heterocyclic frameworks.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce furan moieties into specialty polymers, enhancing thermal or chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and natural product analogs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where the furan-carboxylic acid structure is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Methoxy-Phenoxymethyl)-Furan-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	832739-39-6
Molecular Formula	C13H12O5
Molecular Weight	248.23 g/mol
Synonyms	5-[(4-Methoxyphenoxy)methyl]-2-furancarboxylic acid; 2-Furancarboxylic acid, 5-[(4-methoxyphenoxy)methyl]-; 5-(4-Methoxyphenoxymethyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid; 5-(p-Methoxyphenoxymethyl)-2-furoic acid; 832739-39-6; Furan-2-carboxylic acid, 5-[(4-methoxyphenoxy)methyl]-; 5-(4-Methoxy-phenoxymethyl)-furan-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-(4-Methoxy-Phenoxymethyl)-Furan-2-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting compliance in cGMP and ISO 9001 environments for research and manufacturing use.

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). Due to its chemical nature, the material should be kept away from strong acids and organic solvents. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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