Description

3-Bromomethyl-Benzofuran-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, versatile brominated heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is particularly valued for its reactive bromomethyl group, which facilitates efficient functionalization and coupling reactions in complex molecule construction. It is a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with benzofuran-based scaffolds targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, where the benzofuran moiety can impart specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a reactive handle for bioconjugation, labeling probes, or in the synthesis of activity-based probes for enzyme studies.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and for constructing complex molecular libraries.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals and complex fragrance or flavor molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromomethyl-Benzofuran-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	29115-34-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₃BrO₃
Molecular Weight	297.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-(bromomethyl)-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylate; 2-Benzofurancarboxylic acid, 3-(bromomethyl)-, ethyl ester; 3-Bromomethyl-2-benzofurancarboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-bromomethylbenzofuran-2-carboxylate; 3-Bromomethyl-2-ethoxycarbonylbenzofuran; 29115-34-2; Ethyl 3-(bromomethyl)benzofuran-2-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromomethyl-Benzofuran-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and moisture content. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment to ensure compliance with your research and production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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