Description

Benzofuran-6-Carbonitrile is a high-purity organic building block featuring a fused benzofuran ring system with a nitrile functional group. This compound is valued for its versatility as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science: Used in the research and development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Synthesis: The nitrile group offers a versatile handle for further transformations into amides, carboxylic acids, and heterocycles, making it valuable for library synthesis in medicinal chemistry.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and optical brighteners.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in universities and CROs for fundamental research and custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzofuran-6-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	17450-68-9
Molecular Formula	C9H5NO
Molecular Weight	143.14 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Cyanobenzofuran; 1-Benzofuran-6-carbonitrile; 6-Benzofurancarbonitrile; 6-Cyano-1-benzofuran; Benzofuran-6-carbonitrile; 6-Cyanobenzofurane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzofuran-6-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards for fine chemicals.

Storage

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

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.