5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furancarboxylic Acid

• CAT Number: R002979
• CAS Number: 6338-41-6
• Molecular Formula: C6H6O4
• Molecular Weight: 142.11
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Sumikis’ Acid; 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-furoic Acid; NSC 40739
• Target: Endogenous Metabolite
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 5-(hydroxymethyl)furan-2-carboxylic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H6O4/c7-3-4-1-2-5(10-4)6(8)9/h1-2,7H,3H2,(H,8,9)
• InChIKey: PCSKKIUURRTAEM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=C(OC(=C1)C(=O)O)CO

5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furancarboxylic acid (Cat No.:R002979) is a furan derivative with potential applications in materials science and pharmaceuticals. It is produced from renewable biomass and has garnered interest for its biodegradability and potential as a building block for bio-based polymers. HFCA exhibits antioxidant properties and has been investigated for its potential as a therapeutic agent. Additionally, it can be used as a platform chemical for the synthesis of various compounds, highlighting its versatility and potential in green chemistry initiatives.