Description

7-(Bromomethyl)-2,2-Dimethyl-2,3-Dihydro-1-Benzofuran, 97% is a high-purity brominated benzofuran derivative serving as a versatile and critical synthetic building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive bromomethyl group, which facilitates efficient alkylation and functionalization reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel heterocyclic compounds. The product is supplied with a guaranteed minimum purity of 97%, ensuring consistent performance and reliability in demanding synthesis workflows.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those containing the dihydrobenzofuran scaffold prevalent in bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the benzofuran core contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functionalized organic materials, including ligands for catalysts and monomers for specialty polymers.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the development of molecular probes and tags due to its reactive handle for bioconjugation.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-(Bromomethyl)-2,2-Dimethyl-2,3-Dihydro-1-Benzofuran, 97%
CAS No.	180004-53-9
Molecular Formula	C12H15BrO
Molecular Weight	255.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dimethyl-7-(bromomethyl)-2,3-dihydro-1-benzofuran; 7-Bromomethyl-2,2-dimethyldihydrobenzofuran; 2,3-Dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-7-(bromomethyl)benzofuran; 180004-53-9; Dihydrobenzofuran bromomethyl derivative; Bromomethyl dihydrobenzofuran intermediate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 7-(Bromomethyl)-2,2-Dimethyl-2,3-Dihydro-1-Benzofuran, 97% is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure compliance with the declared specifications and to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency for your synthetic processes. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be amber-colored or stored in a dark place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities < 3.0%

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