Description

1-Benzofuran-5-Carbaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block with a fused benzofuran core structure. This compound is of significant value in advanced organic synthesis, serving as a key precursor for the development of complex heterocyclic molecules and functional materials. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for creating novel active ingredients and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the production of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in heterocyclic chemistry for constructing complex fused-ring systems via reactions like Friedel-Crafts acylation, condensation, and cyclization.
• Flavor & Fragrance Research: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing novel aromatic compounds with potential applications in fragrance chemistry.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the development of new organic dyes and photochromic materials due to its conjugated structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Benzofuran-5-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	10035-16-2
Molecular Formula	C9H6O2
Molecular Weight	146.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Formylbenzofuran; Benzofuran-5-carboxaldehyde; 5-Benzofurancarboxaldehyde; 1-Oxa-2H-indene-5-carbaldehyde; 5-Carboxybenzofuran aldehyde; 5-Benzofuranyl aldehyde; 5-Formyl-1-benzofuran; 5-Benzofurancarbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Benzofuran-5-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

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.