Description

4-Bromo-7-Methoxybenzofuran is a high-purity, functionalized benzofuran derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in providing a versatile halogenated and methoxylated scaffold for constructing complex molecular architectures in advanced research and development. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications in drug discovery, ligand synthesis, and the development of organic electronic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or precursor for organic semiconductors, OLED materials, and conductive polymers.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for creating specialized ligands in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design of fluorescent tags or molecular probes for biological imaging and assay development.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for synthetic organic chemistry research in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-7-Methoxybenzofuran
CAS No.	1258960-00-7
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	227.06 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methoxy-4-bromobenzofuran; 4-Bromo-7-methoxy-1-benzofuran; Benzofuran, 4-bromo-7-methoxy-; 4-Bromo-7-methoxybenzo[b]furan
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-7-Methoxybenzofuran is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics are provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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