Description

3-(5-Formylfuran-2-Yl)Benzaldehyde is a high-purity bifunctional aromatic aldehyde featuring both benzaldehyde and furancarboxaldehyde moieties. This compound is a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its dual reactive aldehyde groups that enable the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for creating novel heterocyclic compounds, ligands, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with furan-based heterocyclic cores for antiviral, anticancer, or anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection agents, leveraging its structure to create compounds with specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of sophisticated chelating ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and homogeneous catalysis.
• Functional Material Precursor: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research focused on organic methodology development and the exploration of new chemical spaces.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals and flavors & fragrances where specific bifunctional aldehydes are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(5-Formylfuran-2-Yl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	886509-16-6
Molecular Formula	C12H8O3
Molecular Weight	200.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Furandicarboxaldehyde, 3-phenyl-; 3-(5-Formyl-2-furanyl)benzaldehyde; 3-(Formylfuran-5-yl)benzaldehyde; 5-(3-Formylphenyl)furan-2-carbaldehyde; 3-(2-Furaldehyde-5-yl)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-(5-formyl-2-furanyl)-; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3,5-dicarboxaldehyde (related isomer); Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(5-Formylfuran-2-Yl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and light-sensitive. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to yellow 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%

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