Description

2-Hydroxydibenzofuran is a versatile heterocyclic compound featuring a dibenzofuran core with a hydroxyl substituent, serving as a key synthetic intermediate and functional building block. Its molecular structure makes it valuable for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create chelating ligands for catalytic processes.
• Polymer and Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer backbones to enhance thermal stability, flame retardancy, or optical properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a building block for charge-transport materials or emissive layers in OLEDs.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the production of high-performance colorants and optical brighteners.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxydibenzofuran
CAS No.	86-77-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈O₂
Molecular Weight	184.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Dibenzofuranol; Dibenzofuran-2-ol; 2-Hydroxydiphenylene Oxide; 2-Dibenzofuranol; 2-Oxydiphenylenemethanol; NSC 403697; 86-77-1; Phenol, 2,2'-oxybis-
EINECS	201-701-3

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxydibenzofuran is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each lot, verifying identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated research and development.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	140 - 144 °C
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.