Description

Methyl (2-Furfurylthio)Acetate, 97% is a high-purity organosulfur compound featuring a furan ring, serving as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce both furan and thioether functionalities, which are crucial for developing compounds with specific flavor, fragrance, and pharmaceutical properties. This product is essential for research chemists and manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to create novel molecules. The CAS number for this compound is 90953-98-3.

Application

Methyl (2-Furfurylthio)Acetate is a key building block in synthetic chemistry, enabling the creation of complex molecules across several high-value sectors.

• Flavor and Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A critical precursor for synthesizing sulfur-containing flavor compounds that impart meaty, roasted, or savory notes to food products and savory flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those requiring furan or thioether motifs for biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in creating novel pesticides or herbicides where the unique chemical structure can contribute to specific modes of action.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new heterocyclic compounds, ligands for catalysis, or functional materials.
• Specialty Chemicals: Potential use in synthesizing performance chemicals, such as corrosion inhibitors or specialty polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl (2-Furfurylthio)Acetate, 97%
CAS No.	90953-98-3
Molecular Formula	C8H10O3S
Molecular Weight	186.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(furfurylthio)acetate; 2-(Furfurylthio)acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (furan-2-ylmethylsulfanyl)acetate; Acetic acid, 2-(2-furanylmethylthio)-, methyl ester; Methyl (furfurylmercapto)acetate; Methyl furfurylthioacetate; 90953-98-3
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Quality Control

Our Methyl (2-Furfurylthio)Acetate, 97% is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the declared purity and specification. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment, ensuring traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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