Description

Ethyl 5-Hydroxy-2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Benzofuran-3-Carboxylate is a high-purity benzofuran derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors seeking to develop new molecules with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways where the benzofuran scaffold is active.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its complex heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Acts as a building block for organic electronic materials, such as OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) emitters or charge-transport materials, due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate for further functionalization, enabling the creation of libraries of compounds for high-throughput screening in drug discovery.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological studies and the exploration of new chemical reactions involving benzofuran cores.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5-Hydroxy-2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Benzofuran-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	5010-38-8
Molecular Formula	C18H16O5
Molecular Weight	312.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5-Hydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-3-benzofurancarboxylate; 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-5-hydroxybenzofuran-3-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 5-Hydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)benzofuran-3-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzofuran-3-carboxylic acid, 5-hydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 5-Hydroxy-2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Benzofuran-3-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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.