Description
5-Phenoxy-2-benzofuran-1(3H)-one (CAS No. 57830-14-5) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C14H10O3, widely utilized in pharmaceutical and materials research. This compound, also known by its IUPAC name 5-phenoxy-3H-2-benzofuran-1-one, features a benzofuranone core substituted with a phenoxy group, making it a valuable intermediate for synthetic chemistry applications. With a molecular weight of 226.23 g/mol, it is supplied as a fine crystalline powder or solid with ≥95% purity (HPLC), ensuring consistency for advanced research. Ideal for use in heterocyclic synthesis, ligand development, and as a precursor for bioactive molecules, this product is rigorously tested for quality, stability, and trace solvent residues. Store in a cool, dry place under inert conditions to maintain integrity.
Properties
- CAS Number: 57830-14-5
- Complexity: 283
- IUPAC Name: 5-phenoxy-3H-isobenzofuran-1-one
- InChI: InChI=1S/C14H10O3/c15-14-13-7-6-12(8-10(13)9-16-14)17-11-4-2-1-3-5-11/h1-8H,9H2
- InChI Key: BTQCNYDOVASZJD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 226.062994177
- Molecular Formula: C14H10O3
- Molecular Weight: 226.23
- SMILES: C1C2=C(C=CC(=C2)OC3=CC=CC=C3)C(=O)O1
- Topological: 35.5
- Monoisotopic Mass: 226.062994177
- Synonyms: DTXSID60659457, 5-phenoxy-3H-isobenzofuran-1-one, 5-Phenoxy-2-benzofuran-1(3H)-one, DTXCID20610206, 855-897-9, 5-phenoxyisobenzofuran-1(3H)-one, 57830-14-5, 5-phenoxy-3H-2-benzofuran-1-one, 5-phenoxy-1,3-dihydro-2-benzofuran-1-one, MFCD14582822, 5-phenoxyphthalide, SCHEMBL15268421, BTQCNYDOVASZJD-UHFFFAOYSA-N, AKOS015908531, DS-17884, SY129357, CS-0156084, C75711
Application
5-Phenoxy-2-benzofuran-1(3H)-one serves as a key building block in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, particularly in pharmaceutical research for developing potential enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators. Its structural motif is leveraged in materials science for designing organic semiconductors and fluorescent dyes. Researchers also employ it as a scaffold in medicinal chemistry to explore novel bioactive agents targeting inflammation or oxidative stress pathways.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (100%)
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