methyl 5-(chloromethyl)furan-3-carboxylate CAS 20416-07-3

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.20416-07-3
Molecular FormulaC7H7ClO3
Molecular Weight174.58 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

methyl 5-(chloromethyl)furan-3-carboxylate CAS 20416-07-3 chemical structure

Description

methyl 5-(chloromethyl)furan-3-carboxylate (CAS 20416-07-3) reference standard, produced by CATO (ISO 17034 / CNAS / ANAB accredited). Molecular formula: C7H7ClO3. Molecular weight: 174.58 g/mol. Trusted by 10,000+ laboratories worldwide for pharmaceutical analysis and QC.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC7H7ClO3
Molecular Weight174.58 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor)
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, keep sealed and dry, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO, water
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening; Contains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)4.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1962
Halogen ContentCl-containing

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