Description

5-(4-Acetyl-Phenoxymethyl)-Furan-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients, specialty polymers, and functional materials where precise molecular architecture is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with furan and aryl ether motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers with tailored thermal or optical properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the design of complex chelating ligands for catalytic systems in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized as a versatile building block for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploratory chemistry in universities and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Acetyl-Phenoxymethyl)-Furan-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	832740-35-9
Molecular Formula	C14H12O5
Molecular Weight	260.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5-[(4-Acetylphenoxy)methyl]-2-furancarboxylic acid; 2-Furancarboxylic acid, 5-[(4-acetylphenoxy)methyl]-; 5-(4-Acetylphenoxymethyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid; 4-Acetylphenyl 2-furoate methylene derivative; Furan-2-carboxylic acid, 5-[(4-acetylphenoxy)methyl]-; [5-(4-Acetyl-phenoxymethyl)-furan-2-yl]-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-(4-Acetyl-Phenoxymethyl)-Furan-2-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This material is compatible with strong acids and organic solvents but should be kept separate from strong bases and oxidizing agents. Keep the 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)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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