Description

5-Fluoro-7-Hydroxybenzofuran is a high-purity fluorinated benzofuran derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a fluorine substituent and a phenolic hydroxyl group, makes it a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and oncology research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a core structure for fluorescent tags and molecular probes used in biochemical assays and diagnostics.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-7-Hydroxybenzofuran
CAS No.	246029-02-7
Molecular Formula	C8H5FO2
Molecular Weight	152.12 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Hydroxy-5-fluorobenzofuran; 5-Fluoro-7-benzofuranol; 5-Fluoro-7-hydroxy-1-benzofuran; 246029-02-7; 5-Fluoro-7-oxidanyl-1-benzofuran
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Fluoro-7-Hydroxybenzofuran is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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