Description

2-Bromo-3-Furoyl Chloride (CAS NO 915707-69-6) is a highly reactive heterocyclic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in enabling the efficient introduction of the 2-bromofuran-3-carbonyl moiety, a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This intermediate is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, facilitating the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing furan-based heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bromine atom for further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Building block for creating specialized polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials with unique optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed in the design of activity-based probes or affinity tags due to its reactive acyl chloride group.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A valuable reagent for custom synthesis houses and CROs/CMOs serving the life sciences sector.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Fundamental reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces in heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-Furoyl Chloride
CAS No.	915707-69-6
Molecular Formula	C5H2BrClO2
Molecular Weight	209.43 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromofuran-3-carbonyl chloride; 3-Furoyl chloride, 2-bromo-; 2-Bromo-3-furancarbonyl chloride; 2-Bromofuroyl-3-chloride; 915707-69-6; 2-Bromo-3-furoic acid chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3-Furoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical R&D and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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 under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and water.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.