Description

Methyl 5-Methoxybenzofuran-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity organic ester compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its versatile benzofuran scaffold, which is a privileged structure in medicinal chemistry and advanced material science. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates targeting a range of therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile precursor for constructing complex benzofuran-containing molecules in academic and industrial R&D.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive in the development of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-Methoxybenzofuran-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	1751-24-2
Molecular Formula	C11H10O4
Molecular Weight	206.19 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methoxybenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-methoxy-2-benzofurancarboxylate; 2-Benzofurancarboxylic acid, 5-methoxy-, methyl ester; 5-Methoxy-2-benzofurancarboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 5-Methoxybenzofuran-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). We provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical quality parameters to ensure it meets your specific R&D or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.