Description

2-[3-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Oxo-3H-Benzofuran-5-Yl]Propanoic Acid is a high-purity, specialized benzofuran derivative with a brominated aromatic system. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting inflammatory or central nervous system pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new active ingredients in crop protection and pest management formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: The bromophenyl and propanoic acid moieties offer versatile sites for further functionalization via cross-coupling, esterification, or amidation reactions.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or additive in the development of specialized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in universities and research institutes for studying heterocyclic chemistry and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[3-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Oxo-3H-Benzofuran-5-Yl]Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	77143-72-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₃BrO₄
Molecular Weight	361.19 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(1-Carboxyethyl)-3-(4-bromophenyl)benzofuran-2(3H)-one; 3-(4-Bromophenyl)-5-(1-carboxyethyl)-2(3H)-benzofuranone; 2-[3-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-oxobenzofuran-5-yl]propanoic acid; α-Methyl-3-(4-bromophenyl)-2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-5-benzofuranacetic acid; 5-(1-Carboxyethyl)-3-(p-bromophenyl)phthalide; 3-(p-Bromophenyl)-5-(1-carboxyethyl)phthalide; (RS)-2-[3-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-oxo-2,3-dihydrobenzofuran-5-yl]propanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-[3-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-Oxo-3H-Benzofuran-5-Yl]Propanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure consistent high quality and compliance with client specifications. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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