Description

5-{[(4-Methylphenyl)Thio]Methyl}-2-Furoic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a furan carboxylic acid core substituted with a (p-tolylthio)methyl group, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the development of advanced pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where its unique structure enables the introduction of specific functional motifs. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for constructing complex organic molecules in academic and industrial research settings.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of functionalized polymers or ligands for catalytic systems.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The carboxylic acid group allows for coupling reactions, useful in creating probes or modified biomolecules.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-{[(4-Methylphenyl)Thio]Methyl}-2-Furoic Acid
CAS No.	915923-20-5
Molecular Formula	C14H12O3S
Molecular Weight	260.31 g/mol
Synonyms	5-[(4-Methylphenylthio)methyl]-2-furoic acid; 5-[(p-Tolylthio)methyl]-2-furancarboxylic acid; 2-Furoic acid, 5-[[(4-methylphenyl)thio]methyl]-; 5-(4-Methylbenzylsulfanylmethyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid; 5-((4-Methylphenylthio)methyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-{[(4-Methylphenyl)Thio]Methyl}-2-Furoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.