Description

3-Benzofurancarboxaldehyde, 2-Chloro- is a halogenated benzofuran derivative, a versatile and valuable chemical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its reactive aldehyde and chloro-substituted aromatic structure, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic frameworks. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the benzofuran scaffold's bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating specialized polymers, dyes, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and creating complex molecular libraries for screening.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of high-value, low-volume specialty chemicals used in various advanced technological applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Benzofurancarboxaldehyde, 2-Chloro-
CAS No.	79091-27-3
Molecular Formula	C9H5ClO2
Molecular Weight	180.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chlorobenzofuran-3-carboxaldehyde; 2-Chloro-3-benzofurancarboxaldehyde; 2-Chloro-1-benzofuran-3-carbaldehyde; 2-Chloro-3-formylbenzofuran; 2-Chlorobenzofuran-3-carbaldehyde; 2-Chloro-3-furancarboxaldehyde, Benzofuran-; 2-Chloro-3-benzofurancarbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Benzofurancarboxaldehyde, 2-Chloro- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable performance in your critical applications.

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). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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