Description

4-(7-Acetyl-4,6-Dihydroxy-3,5-Dimethylbenzofuran-2-Yl)-3-Hydroxy-2-Butenoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically derived benzofuran derivative with a complex molecular structure, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile and functionalized scaffold for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, process chemists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science industries who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for their synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting complex biological pathways.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex benzofuran-containing molecular architectures.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a precursor in the research and synthesis of new crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials that require the benzofuran core.
• Biochemical Probe Synthesis: Utilized to create labeled or modified compounds for biological testing and mechanism-of-action studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(7-Acetyl-4,6-Dihydroxy-3,5-Dimethylbenzofuran-2-Yl)-3-Hydroxy-2-Butenoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	55649-37-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₂₀O₇
Molecular Weight	360.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-(7-acetyl-4,6-dihydroxy-3,5-dimethylbenzofuran-2-yl)-3-hydroxybut-2-enoate; 2-Butenoic acid, 4-(7-acetyl-4,6-dihydroxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-benzofuranyl)-3-hydroxy-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-hydroxy-4-(7-acetyl-4,6-dihydroxy-3,5-dimethylbenzofuran-2-yl)but-2-enoate; 55649-37-1; 4-(7-Acetyl-4,6-dihydroxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-benzofuranyl)-3-hydroxy-2-butenoic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 4-(7-Acetyl-4,6-Dihydroxy-3,5-Dimethylbenzofuran-2-Yl)-3-Hydroxy-2-Butenoic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment. We support compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept sealed and stored in a dark environment to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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