Description

5-Chloro-4-Nitro-1-Benzofuran-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized benzofuran derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting specific enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generations of herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and fused ring systems in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or precursor for creating specialized polymers, dyes, or photoactive materials.
• Chemical Biology: Useful in designing molecular probes or tags for studying biological processes and interactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Chloro-4-Nitro-1-Benzofuran-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	412336-57-3
Molecular Formula	C9H4ClNO5
Molecular Weight	241.59 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-4-nitrobenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Benzofurancarboxylic acid, 5-chloro-4-nitro-; 4-Nitro-5-chloro-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Chloro-4-nitro-2-benzofurancarboxylic acid; 5-Chloro-4-nitrobenzo[b]furan-2-carboxylic acid; 412336-57-3; 5-Chloro-4-nitro-1-benzofurane-2-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Chloro-4-Nitro-1-Benzofuran-2-Carboxylic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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