Description

[3-(Bromomethyl)-1-Benzofuran-2-Yl](Phenyl)Methanone is a high-purity organic building block characterized by its benzofuran core functionalized with a bromomethyl ketone group. This compound is valued for its versatility as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive bromomethyl group for further functionalization.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a probe or linker in bioconjugation chemistry and the development of chemical tools for biological target identification.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	[3-(Bromomethyl)-1-Benzofuran-2-Yl](Phenyl)Methanone
CAS No.	67534-81-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₁BrO₂
Molecular Weight	315.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Bromomethyl)-2-benzoylbenzofuran; 2-Benzoyl-3-(bromomethyl)benzofuran; (3-Bromomethyl-benzofuran-2-yl)-phenyl-methanone; Phenyl[3-(bromomethyl)-1-benzofuran-2-yl]methanone; Methanone, [3-(bromomethyl)-1-benzofuran-2-yl]phenyl-; 67534-81-0; Benzofuran-2-yl(phenyl)methanone, 3-(bromomethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of [3-(Bromomethyl)-1-Benzofuran-2-Yl](Phenyl)Methanone is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and reliability for your critical research and development processes. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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