Description

5-Bromo-7-Fluorobenzofuran is a high-purity halogenated benzofuran derivative, a crucial building block in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences sector for applications such as drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the halogenated benzofuran core.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the creation of advanced organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a molecular probe or tag in biochemical assays and diagnostic tool development due to its distinct halogen atoms.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and heterocyclic compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-7-Fluorobenzofuran
CAS No.	286836-04-2
Molecular Formula	C8H4BrFO
Molecular Weight	215.02 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Fluoro-5-bromobenzofuran; 5-Bromo-7-fluorobenzofuran; Benzofuran, 5-bromo-7-fluoro-; 286836-04-2; 5-Br-7-F-Benzofuran
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-7-Fluorobenzofuran is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results to support your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

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%
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.