Description

(5-Chlorobenzofuran-2-Yl)Methanol is a high-purity organic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the benzofuran scaffold for biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) emitters and charge-transport layers.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a specialty reagent for creating molecular probes and tags to study biological processes and protein functions.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable starting material for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for custom synthesis projects in CROs (Contract Research Organizations).

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Chlorobenzofuran-2-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	235082-69-6
Molecular Formula	C9H7ClO2
Molecular Weight	182.60 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-2-benzofuranmethanol; (5-Chloro-1-benzofuran-2-yl)methanol; 5-Chlorobenzofuran-2-carbinol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-chlorobenzofuran; 5-Chloro-2-(hydroxymethyl)benzofuran; 5-Chloro-2-benzofurylcarbinol; 235082-69-6; 5-Chloro-benzofuran-2-yl-methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (5-Chlorobenzofuran-2-Yl)Methanol 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 detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data (HPLC, GC, NMR, IR) upon request, supporting compliance with research and development standards.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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