Description

2-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)Benzofuran is a high-purity fluorinated organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials, where its benzofuran and fluorobenzoyl motifs are highly valuable. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries engaged in innovative R&D and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its unique fluorinated structure for enhanced bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials, such as OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) components and photoconductive polymers.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic chemistry research for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks and fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the design of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)Benzofuran
CAS No.	27044-77-5
Molecular Formula	C15H9FO2
Molecular Weight	240.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)benzofuran; 2-(p-Fluorobenzoyl)benzofuran; 2-Benzofuranyl 4-fluorophenyl methanone; 4-Fluoro-2-benzofuranyl phenyl ketone; (4-Fluorophenyl)(benzofuran-2-yl)methanone; 27044-77-5; Benzofuran, 2-(4-fluorobenzoyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Fluorobenzoyl)Benzofuran is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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%

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