Intermediates

(5-Formylfuran-2-yl)boronic Acid

  • CAS No.27329-70-0
  • GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
  • Availability● In Stock

High-purity (5-formylfuran-2-yl)boronic acid (CAS 27329-70-0), a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of advanced therapeutic agents such as Lapatinib.

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Product Technical Details

Product Overview

(5-Formylfuran-2-yl)boronic acid is a high-value boronic acid derivative widely employed as a critical building block in modern medicinal chemistry. With a molecular formula of C5H5BO4 and a molecular weight of 139.90 g/mol, this compound features both an aldehyde and a boronic acid functional group on a furan ring, enabling versatile reactivity in cross-coupling reactions—particularly Suzuki-Miyaura transformations. Its structural duality makes it indispensable for constructing complex heterocyclic scaffolds found in oncology and kinase inhibitor drug candidates.

Specifications

Molecular FormulaC5H5BO4
Molecular Weight139.90 g/mol
CAS Number27329-70-0
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow to pink crystalline powder
Purity≥98.0%
Melting Point136°C
Density1.36 g/cm³
Boiling Point379.3°C
Flash Point183.2°C
Refractive Index1.51
HS Code2942000000
UN NumberUN2924
Hazard ClassClass 3, Packing Group II

Industrial Applications

This boronic acid serves primarily as a synthetic intermediate in the production of targeted kinase inhibitors. Notably, it is a documented precursor in the multi-step synthesis of Lapatinib, a dual tyrosine kinase inhibitor used in breast cancer therapy. Its role in forming carbon-carbon bonds under mild catalytic conditions ensures high yield and selectivity in API manufacturing processes. As a non-final active ingredient, it is strictly intended for research and industrial-scale pharmaceutical synthesis under appropriate regulatory compliance.

Key advantages include:

  • High functional group compatibility for modular synthesis
  • Excellent stability when stored properly
  • Consistent batch-to-batch quality suitable for GMP-aligned workflows

Storage should be in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from oxidizing agents and moisture. Packaging is typically 25 kg per drum, with custom options available upon request. Note: Supply is restricted in jurisdictions where relevant patents are in force.