Description

Benzofuran, 7-Nitro- is a high-purity, synthetically valuable nitro-substituted benzofuran derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis, enabling the development of novel chemical entities. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the synthesis of complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides due to its bioactive benzofuran core.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a functionalized starting material for creating novel electron-transport or emissive layer materials.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate for producing specialized nitro-aromatic dyes and colorants.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological chemistry research, such as studies on nitration reactions and heterocyclic chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for constructing complex ligands for metal catalysis or in supramolecular chemistry applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzofuran, 7-Nitro-
CAS No.	18761-32-5
Molecular Formula	C8H5NO3
Molecular Weight	163.13 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Nitrobenzofuran; 7-Nitro-1-benzofuran; 2,3-Benzofuran, 7-nitro-; 7-Nitrobenzo[b]furan; Nitrobenzofuran; 7-Nitro-coumarone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Nitrobenzofuran is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and lot-to-lot 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 in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.