Description

4-(7-Acetyl-4,6-Dihydroxy-3,5-Dimethylbenzofuran-2-Yl)-2-(1-Hydroxyethylidene)-3-Oxobutyric Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, complex organic ester with significant utility as a key synthetic intermediate. Its intricate molecular structure, featuring acetyl, hydroxyl, and ester functional groups, makes it a valuable building block for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive benzofuran core.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Essential for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial organic chemistry research.
• Material Science Precursor: Investigated for the development of specialty polymers, dyes, and functional organic materials.
• Biochemical Research: Potential use in studying enzyme interactions or as a scaffold for probe molecules in biochemical assays.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-(7-Acetyl-4,6-Dihydroxy-3,5-Dimethylbenzofuran-2-Yl)-2-(1-Hydroxyethylidene)-3-Oxobutyric Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	55570-93-9
Molecular Formula	C20H22O8
Molecular Weight	390.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-(7-acetyl-4,6-dihydroxy-3,5-dimethylbenzofuran-2-yl)-2-(1-hydroxyethylidene)-3-oxobutanoate; 2-(1-Hydroxyethylidene)-3-oxo-4-(7-acetyl-4,6-dihydroxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-benzofuranyl)butyric Acid Ethyl Ester; 55570-93-9; Butanoic acid, 4-(7-acetyl-4,6-dihydroxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-benzofuranyl)-2-(1-hydroxyethylidene)-3-oxo-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-(7-Acetyl-4,6-Dihydroxy-3,5-Dimethylbenzofuran-2-Yl)-2-(1-Hydroxyethylidene)-3-Oxobutyric Acid Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure consistent high quality and reliable performance in your applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting all critical specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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