2-(hydroxymethyl)furan-3-carboxylic acid CAS 23268-37-3

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.23268-37-3
Molecular FormulaC6H6O4
Molecular Weight142.11 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

2-(hydroxymethyl)furan-3-carboxylic acid CAS 23268-37-3 chemical structure

Description

2-(hydroxymethyl)furan-3-carboxylic acid (CAS 23268-37-3) reference standard, produced by CATO (ISO 17034 / CNAS / ANAB accredited). Molecular formula: C6H6O4. Molecular weight: 142.11 g/mol. Trusted by 10,000+ laboratories worldwide for pharmaceutical analysis and QC.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC6H6O4
Molecular Weight142.11 g/mol
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO, water
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)4.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1963

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