Description

4-([5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-Furyl]Methylene)-2-Phenyl-1,3-Oxazol-5(4H)-One is a specialized heterocyclic compound featuring a furan-oxazole hybrid structure, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular architecture, incorporating hydroxymethyl and phenyl substituents, makes it a versatile precursor for the development of novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical synthesis, and materials science who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for complex molecular construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways where its unique heterocyclic core is advantageous.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive sites for structural modification.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecules, heterocyclic libraries, and functional materials due to its multiple reactive functional groups.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), or specialty polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Serves as a scaffold for creating molecular probes to study enzyme function or cellular processes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Integral in multi-step synthetic routes for producing high-value, low-volume specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-([5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-Furyl]Methylene)-2-Phenyl-1,3-Oxazol-5(4H)-One
CAS No.	910442-08-9
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO4
Molecular Weight	269.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenyl-4-[(5-hydroxymethyl-2-furyl)methylene]-5(4H)-oxazolone; 4-[(5-Hydroxymethylfuran-2-yl)methylene]-2-phenyl-1,3-oxazol-5(4H)-one; 2-Phenyl-4-((5-(hydroxymethyl)furan-2-yl)methylene)oxazol-5(4H)-one; Furan-oxazole derivative; Hydroxymethylfuranyl methylene oxazolone; (5-Oxazolone, 4-[(5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-furanyl)methylene]-2-phenyl-); Building block 910442-08-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-([5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-Furyl]Methylene)-2-Phenyl-1,3-Oxazol-5(4H)-One is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request, supporting compliance in regulated research and development environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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.