Description

Benzo[B]Thiophen-3(2H)-One, 2-(2-Furanylmethylene)- is a specialized heterocyclic compound featuring fused thiophene and furan moieties, serving as a key synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and materials science research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its unique heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of π-conjugated molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of complex ligands for catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Acts as a core structure for developing novel chromophores with specific light-absorption or emission characteristics.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry at universities and CROs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzo[B]Thiophen-3(2H)-One, 2-(2-Furanylmethylene)-
CAS No.	3407-14-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₈O₂S
Molecular Weight	228.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Furanylmethylene)benzo[b]thiophen-3(2H)-one; 2-(Furan-2-ylmethylene)-2,3-dihydro-1-benzothiophen-3-one; 2-(2-Furylmethylene)-1-benzothiophen-3(2H)-one; 3H-1-Benzothiophen-3-one, 2-(2-furanylmethylene)-2,3-dihydro-; 2-(2-Furylmethylidene)-2,3-dihydro-1-benzothiophen-3-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzo[B]Thiophen-3(2H)-One, 2-(2-Furanylmethylene)- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, to ensure consistency and compliance with research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and chromatographic data is provided with every shipment.

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). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.