Description

4-Isopropoxy-1-Benzofuran-6-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic compound serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized benzofuran core, which is essential for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological or material properties. This intermediate is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generation herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science: Building block for creating specialized polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to its rigid benzofuran structure.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile intermediate for constructing more complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• API Development: Employed in the research and process development stages of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Isopropoxy-1-Benzofuran-6-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1239773-74-0
Molecular Formula	C12H12O4
Molecular Weight	220.22 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Carboxy-4-isopropoxybenzofuran; 4-Isopropoxy-6-benzofurancarboxylic Acid; 1-Benzofuran-6-carboxylic acid, 4-(1-methylethoxy)-; 4-(Propan-2-yloxy)-1-benzofuran-6-carboxylic acid; Isopropoxybenzofurancarboxylic Acid; IPBCA (abbrev.); Research Compound 1239773-74-0
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Quality Control

Our 4-Isopropoxy-1-Benzofuran-6-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.