Chemical Name: | 2-Furancarboxylic acid, 3-phenyl- |
CAS Number: | 169772-63-8 |
Product Number: | AG00AQJP(AGN-PC-0MJUNF) |
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Molecular Formula: | C11H8O3 |
Molecular Weight: | 188.1794 |
3-Phenylfuran-2-carboxylic acid is a versatile compound commonly used in chemical synthesis. It serves as a crucial building block in the creation of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals due to its unique molecular structure and reactivity. When incorporated into synthetic pathways, 3-Phenylfuran-2-carboxylic acid can function as a key intermediate, facilitating the formation of complex organic molecules through strategic transformations such as functional group manipulations, cyclizations, and heterocyclic rearrangements. Its presence in synthetic routes enables chemists to access target compounds with enhanced efficiency and precision, making it an indispensable tool in the development of novel materials and bioactive substances. Furthermore, the distinctive aromaticity and conjugation within the 3-Phenylfuran-2-carboxylic acid scaffold offer opportunities for the design and discovery of potentially valuable molecular entities with diverse applications in the fields of drug discovery, material science, and chemical technology.