Description

2-Furancarboxamide, 5-(Chloromethyl)-N-Methyl- is a high-value, functionalized furan derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a chloromethyl group and an N-methyl amide, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and selectivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile reagent for heterocyclic chemistry, enabling the construction of complex furan-containing frameworks for various research applications.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Potential precursor for creating novel ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furancarboxamide, 5-(Chloromethyl)-N-Methyl-
CAS No.	872358-20-8
Molecular Formula	C7H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	173.60 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Chloromethyl)-N-methyl-2-furamide; N-Methyl-5-(chloromethyl)furan-2-carboxamide; 5-(Chloromethyl)-N-methylfuran-2-carboxamide; 2-Furancarboxamide, 5-(chloromethyl)-N-methyl-; 872358-20-8; 5-(Chloromethyl)-N-methyl-2-furoamide; Methyl (5-chloromethylfuran-2-yl)carbamate (related compound)
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Furancarboxamide, 5-(Chloromethyl)-N-Methyl- adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic workflows. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key specifications such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
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.