3-(hydroxymethyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid CAS 246178-71-2

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.246178-71-2
Molecular FormulaC6H6O4
Molecular Weight142.11 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

3-(hydroxymethyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid CAS 246178-71-2 chemical structure

Description

3-(hydroxymethyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 246178-71-2) is a high-purity pharmaceutical standards reference standard from CATO, an ISO 17034 accredited reference material producer. Molecular formula: C6H6O4. Molecular weight: 142.11 g/mol. Each batch is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (COA).

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.)2025

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