Description

2-Benzoylbenzofuran-5-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity organic chemical building block characterized by its benzofuran core functionalized with benzoyl and aldehyde groups. This compound matters as a versatile and critical intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and development. Pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries need it for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new active ingredients for crop protection products, such as fungicides or herbicides.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a building block for electron-transport or host materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing novel chromophores and functional dyes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for exploratory chemistry in universities and corporate laboratories for novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Benzoylbenzofuran-5-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	120973-72-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight	250.25 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Formyl-2-benzoylbenzofuran; 2-Benzoyl-5-formylbenzofuran; 2-Benzoyl-5-benzofurancarboxaldehyde; Benzofuran-5-carboxaldehyde, 2-benzoyl-; 120973-72-0; 2-Benzoylbenzofuran-5-carboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Benzoylbenzofuran-5-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.