Description

7-Iodo-2,3-Dihydrobenzo[B]Furan is a halogenated benzofuran derivative, a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in its iodine substituent, which serves as an excellent handle for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the benzofuran scaffold's bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or precursor for synthesizing specialized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine atom is pivotal in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Stille, and Negishi couplings for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile reagent for introducing the dihydrobenzofuran moiety into more complex molecules in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create novel ligands for metal catalysts or as a scaffold in catalyst design.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Iodo-2,3-Dihydrobenzo[B]Furan
CAS No.	264617-03-0
Molecular Formula	C8H7IO
Molecular Weight	246.05 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Iodo-2,3-dihydro-1-benzofuran; 2,3-Dihydro-7-iodobenzofuran; 7-Iododihydrobenzofuran; 7-Iodo-2,3-dihydrobenzofuran; 1-Benzofuran, 7-iodo-2,3-dihydro-; 7-Iodo-2,3-dihydro-benzo[b]furan; 264617-03-0; 7-Iodo-2,3-dihydrobenzofurane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Iodo-2,3-Dihydrobenzo[B]Furan is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures material consistency and reliability for your critical research and development processes.

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 and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Area %)
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.