Description

5,7-Difluoro-Benzofuran-3-One is a high-purity fluorinated heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which serves as a critical precursor for developing novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), specialty agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the fluorine atoms for enhanced biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating novel organic electronic materials, such as OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) components and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of fluorinated molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,7-Difluoro-Benzofuran-3-One
CAS No.	3260-94-4
Molecular Formula	C8H4F2O2
Molecular Weight	170.11 g/mol
Synonyms	5,7-Difluoro-3-benzofuranone; 5,7-Difluoro-1-benzofuran-3(2H)-one; 3(2H)-Benzofuranone, 5,7-difluoro-; 5,7-Difluorobenzofuran-3-one; 2,3-Dihydro-5,7-difluorobenzofuran-3-one; 5,7-Difluoro-2,3-dihydro-1-benzofuran-3-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5,7-Difluoro-Benzofuran-3-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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