Description

2-Furancarboxylic Acid, 3-Methyl-, Trimethylsilyl Ester is a high-purity organosilicon derivative of a substituted furan carboxylic acid, serving as a versatile protected intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in enabling complex molecular construction while offering enhanced stability and solubility for challenging reactions. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries who require reliable, high-quality synthetic precursors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key protected synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Facilitates the construction of complex heterocyclic and furan-based molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for functional polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced materials requiring specific furan motifs.
• Chemical Derivatization Agent: Employed in analytical chemistry and chromatography for the silylation of sensitive compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furancarboxylic Acid, 3-Methyl-, Trimethylsilyl Ester
CAS No.	959055-56-2
Molecular Formula	C10H16O3Si
Molecular Weight	212.32 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-furoic acid trimethylsilyl ester; Trimethylsilyl 3-methyl-2-furoate; 3-Methylfuran-2-carboxylic acid trimethylsilyl ester; TMS ester of 3-methyl-2-furoic acid; 3-Methyl-2-furancarboxylic acid TMS ester; (3-Methylfuran-2-yl)(trimethylsilyl) methanoate; Contact for additional names.
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Quality Control

Our 2-Furancarboxylic Acid, 3-Methyl-, Trimethylsilyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

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