3-Methyl-2-furoic acid
CAS Number4412-96-8
FormulaC6H6O3
Mol. Weight126.11 g/mol
3-Methyl-2-furoic acid
What is 3-Methyl-2-furoic acid?
3-Methyl-2-furoic acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 4412-96-8 and molecular formula C6H6O3. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Used in a palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling between heteroaryl carboxylic acids and aryl bromides leading to arylated heterocycles.1 Also used in a palladium-catalyzed asymmetric hydrogenation.2
Specifications
Molecular Weight
126.11 g/mol
Assay/Purity
97%
Safety Information
GHS07Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H315-H319-H335
Precautionary Statements
P261-P305 + P351 + P338
Required PPE
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
Melting Point
134-138 °C
EC Number
224-571-2
WGK Germany
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