Description

5-(2-Bromophenoxy)-2-Furoic Acid is a specialized brominated furan-carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a high-value synthetic intermediate. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise molecular architecture for advanced material and pharmaceutical development. It is primarily utilized in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials, where the bromophenoxy and furoic acid moieties offer unique reactivity and structural properties. Global supply of this high-purity building block supports innovation in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its specific bromine substitution pattern is valuable.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functional polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its conjugated furan ring system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it a suitable substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to create complex biaryl structures.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(2-Bromophenoxy)-2-Furoic Acid
CAS No.	952183-45-8
Molecular Formula	C11H7BrO4
Molecular Weight	283.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Furoic acid, 5-(2-bromophenoxy)-; 5-(2-Bromophenoxy)furan-2-carboxylic acid; 5-(o-Bromophenoxy)-2-furoic acid; 2-Bromophenoxy-5-furoic acid; Furan-2-carboxylic acid, 5-(2-bromophenoxy)-; 952183-45-8; 5-(2-Bromophenoxy)-2-furancarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-(2-Bromophenoxy)-2-Furoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

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