Description

2-Tetrahydrofuroic acid Details

Chemical Name: 2-Tetrahydrofuroic acid

Synonyms: Tetrahydro-2-furoic Acid; T2F; THFC; THFAC

CAS No.: 16874-33-2

Molecular Formula: C5H8O3

Molecular Weight: 116.12

Appearance: Colorless to light yellow liquid

Assay: 99%

Typical Properties

Melting point	21°C
Boiling point	128-129°C 13 mm Hg(lit.)
Density	1.209g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Water Solubility	soluble
Appearance	Liquid
Color	Transparent yellow to brown
Refractive index	n20/D 1.46 (lit.)

2-Tetrahydrofuroic acid Usage

Core Function: An oxygen-containing heterocyclic fatty acid, structurally a saturated furan derivative. It is a highly reactive chiral/chiral pharmaceutical and flavor intermediate.

Application Areas:

Pharmaceutical Synthesis (Core Application): Used in the synthesis of antitumor drugs and lead compounds.

As a side-chain introducer, it is widely used in the molecular construction of novel total synthetic antibiotics, antiviral drugs, and cardiovascular drugs.
Specific derivative salts are used as substrates for metabolic enzyme reactions in biomedical research.

Fragrances and Flavors: Its ester derivatives possess unique fruity, nutty, and herbal aromas, making it an important blending ingredient in high-end food and tobacco flavorings.

Agricultural Chemicals: Used in the development and synthesis of highly selective fungicides and plant growth regulators.

Packaging and Shipping

200kg/drum

2-Tetrahydrofuroic acid Storage

It should be stored in a clean, dry and cool place, preventing from sunlight, rain.

2-Tetrahydrofuroic Acid CAS 16874-33-2

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