Description

1-(1-Benzofuran-2-Yl)-2-Bromoethan-1-One is a high-purity brominated ketone derivative, serving as a versatile and critical synthetic building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its reactive bromoacetyl group fused to a benzofuran scaffold, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for drug discovery and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing benzofuran or heterocyclic motifs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new crop protection agents, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive potential.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and cyclization reactions to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate for synthesizing organic electronic materials, ligands for catalysts, or specialty polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Useful for creating molecular probes and labeled compounds for biochemical and pharmacological studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(1-Benzofuran-2-Yl)-2-Bromoethan-1-One
CAS No.	23489-36-3
Molecular Formula	C10H7BrO2
Molecular Weight	239.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-1-(benzofuran-2-yl)ethanone; 2-Bromo-1-(2-benzofuranyl)ethanone; 2-Bromo-2'-benzofuryl methyl ketone; 1-(Benzofuran-2-yl)-2-bromoethanone; α-Bromo-2-benzofuryl methyl ketone; 2-Bromoacetylbenzofuran; 23489-36-3; Ethanone, 2-bromo-1-(2-benzofuranyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1-(1-Benzofuran-2-Yl)-2-Bromoethan-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP and ISO principles where applicable, supporting our clients' regulatory and research requirements.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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