Description

1-Vinyl-1,3-Dihydro-Isobenzofuran is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a fused furan and benzene ring system with a reactive vinyl substituent. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable and versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex pharmaceutical intermediates and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds for drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive vinyl group for structural diversification.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties, such as adhesives, coatings, or resins.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, cycloadditions, and other ring-forming transformations to construct intricate polycyclic structures.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing novel chelating ligands or organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for the synthesis of certain aroma chemicals and fragrance ingredients due to its oxygenated heterocyclic core.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Vinyl-1,3-Dihydro-Isobenzofuran
CAS No.	32521-09-8
Molecular Formula	C10H10O
Molecular Weight	146.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Vinylisobenzofuran-1(3H)-one (incorrect but common); 1-Vinyl-1,3-dihydro-2-benzofuran; 1-Vinyl-3H-isobenzofuran-1-ol; 2-Vinyl-2,3-dihydro-1-benzofuran; Isobenzofuran, 1-vinyl-1,3-dihydro-; 1-Vinylisobenzofuran; 1,3-Dihydro-1-vinylisobenzofuran
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Quality Control

Our 1-Vinyl-1,3-Dihydro-Isobenzofuran is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be sensitive to prolonged exposure to air and moisture; therefore, containers should be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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