Description

5-[(2-Formylphenoxy)Methyl]-2-Furoic Acid is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate characterized by its unique bifunctional structure. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules, offering a versatile scaffold for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for its role in creating novel compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides due to its reactive aldehyde and carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and fused ring systems in academic and industrial labs.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and target engagement.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-[(2-Formylphenoxy)Methyl]-2-Furoic Acid
CAS No.	881041-12-9
Molecular Formula	C14H10O5
Molecular Weight	258.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Furoic acid, 5-[(2-formylphenoxy)methyl]-; 5-[(2-Formylphenoxy)methyl]furan-2-carboxylic acid; 5-(2-Formylphenoxymethyl)-2-furoic acid; 5-(o-Formylphenoxymethyl)-2-furoic acid; 2-Formylphenyl 2-furoylmethyl ether; Furan-2-carboxylic acid, 5-[(2-formylphenoxy)methyl]-; (2-Formylphenoxymethyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-[(2-Formylphenoxy)Methyl]-2-Furoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and KF titration for moisture content. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, ensuring compliance with your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.