Description

4-Acetoxybenzyl 2-Furyl Ketone is a high-purity organic compound featuring a benzyl ketone core functionalized with acetoxy and furyl groups. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for complex organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in developing novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in multi-step synthetic routes to construct complex heterocyclic compounds and functionalized aromatic systems for material science applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a key intermediate in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its furan and aromatic ketone motifs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed coupling reactions or asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Used in chemical research programs focused on reaction methodology development and the exploration of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Acetoxybenzyl 2-Furyl Ketone
CAS No.	898766-71-7
Molecular Formula	C14H12O4
Molecular Weight	244.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Acetoxyphenyl)-2-(furan-2-yl)ethanone; 4-Acetoxybenzyl 2-Furyl Ketone; 2-Furyl 4-Acetoxybenzyl Ketone; 4-Acetylphenyl 2-furoate (related isomer); p-Acetoxybenzyl 2-furyl ketone; 1-[4-(Acetyloxy)phenyl]-2-(2-furanyl)ethanone; (4-Acetoxyphenyl)(2-furyl)methanone (common representation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Acetoxybenzyl 2-Furyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request.

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). 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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