Description

1-Benzofuran-3-Carbonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core structure, featuring a fused benzofuran ring system with a reactive nitrile group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or building block for creating specialized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodology development, such as cyclization reactions and functional group transformations.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and functional pigments due to its conjugated system.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Benzofuran-3-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	55877-31-1
Molecular Formula	C9H5NO
Molecular Weight	143.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyanobenzofuran; Benzofuran-3-carbonitrile; 3-Benzofurancarbonitrile; 1-Benzofuran-3-carbonitrile; 3-Cyano-1-benzofuran; 55877-31-1; 3-CN-Benzofuran
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Benzofuran-3-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR for identity confirmation and impurity profiling. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific tests is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

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

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.