Description

3-Bromobenzofuran-5-Carbaldehyde is a versatile and high-value brominated benzofuran derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a bromine substituent and an aldehyde functional group, makes it an essential building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the synthesis of novel active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) targets and kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with novel modes of action.
• Material Science: Used in the creation of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other functional organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile starting material for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and other functional group transformations.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Scaffold for synthesizing novel ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological development and discovery chemistry in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromobenzofuran-5-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	578028-25-8
Molecular Formula	C9H5BrO2
Molecular Weight	225.04 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Formyl-3-bromobenzofuran; 3-Bromo-5-benzofurancarboxaldehyde; 3-Bromobenzofuran-5-carboxaldehyde; 3-Bromo-5-formylbenzofuran; Benzofuran-5-carboxaldehyde, 3-bromo-; 578028-25-8; 3-Bromo-5-benzofurancarbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromobenzofuran-5-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and development.

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 light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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