Description

6-Bromobenzofuran is a versatile brominated heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and functional materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require high-purity intermediates for drug discovery and specialty chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides due to its reactive bromine substituent.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), liquid crystals, and other advanced electronic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Biology Research: Utilized as a probe or tag in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Academic & R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and heterocyclic compound research.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromobenzofuran
CAS No.	128851-73-0
Molecular Formula	C8H5BrO
Molecular Weight	197.03 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromo-1-benzofuran; 6-Bromobenzofurane; Benzofuran, 6-bromo-; 1-Benzofuran, 6-bromo-; 6-Bromo-benzofuran; 6-Bromobenzo[b]furan
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromobenzofuran is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical R&D and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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