Description

6-Chloro-2-Benzofuran Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic building block of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized benzofuran scaffold, which serves as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and reaction pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis: Utilized for creating complex chelating agents and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-2-Benzofuran Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	442125-04-4
Molecular Formula	C9H5ClO3
Molecular Weight	196.59 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid; 6-Chloro-2-carboxybenzofuran; 2-Benzofurancarboxylic acid, 6-chloro-; 6-Chlorobenzofuran-2-carboxylic Acid; 6-Chloro-2-benzofurancarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-2-Benzofuran Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended long-term storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.