Description

5-[(3-Chloro-2-Methylphenoxy)Methyl]-2-Furaldehyde is a specialized organic compound featuring a furan ring substituted with an aldehyde group and a chlorinated methylphenoxymethyl side chain. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in research and industrial chemistry. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functional polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals and performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-[(3-Chloro-2-Methylphenoxy)Methyl]-2-Furaldehyde
CAS No.	832740-87-1
Molecular Formula	C13H11ClO3
Molecular Weight	250.68 g/mol
Synonyms	5-[(3-Chloro-2-methylphenoxy)methyl]furfural; 2-Furaldehyde, 5-[(3-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)methyl]-; 5-((3-Chloro-2-methylphenoxy)methyl)furan-2-carbaldehyde; 5-(3-Chloro-2-methylphenoxymethyl)-2-furaldehyde; 3-Chloro-2-methylphenyl (2-formylfuran-5-yl)methyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-[(3-Chloro-2-Methylphenoxy)Methyl]-2-Furaldehyde adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR). A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.