Description

Benzofuran-2-Carbonyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive acid chloride derivative of benzofuran. This compound serves as a critical building block in organic synthesis, enabling the efficient introduction of the benzofuran-2-carbonyl moiety into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development teams for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating specialized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed to synthesize complex organic ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Fluorescent Dye & Sensor Precursor: Building block for benzofuran-based fluorophores used in bio-imaging and chemical sensing applications.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for bespoke chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzofuran-2-Carbonyl Chloride
CAS No.	41717-28-6
Molecular Formula	C9H5ClO2
Molecular Weight	180.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Benzofurancarbonyl Chloride; 2-Benzofuroyl Chloride; Benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid chloride; 1-Benzofuran-2-carbonyl chloride; 2-Carboxybenzofuran Chloride; 41717-28-6; Benzofuranyl-2-carbonyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our Benzofuran-2-Carbonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP guidelines where applicable, and our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and advanced chemical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic and reactive nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from moisture, strong bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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