Description

5-Bromo-6-methoxybenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid (CAS No. 20073-19-2) is a high-purity benzofuran derivative with the molecular formula C₁₀H₇BrO₄. This compound features a bromo-substituted benzofuran core with a methoxy group at the 6-position and a carboxylic acid functionality at the 2-position, making it a versatile intermediate for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Its IUPAC name is 5-bromo-6-methoxy-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid, and it is supplied as a fine, crystalline powder with ≥95% purity (HPLC). Ideal for use in organic synthesis, this compound is rigorously tested for quality, ensuring low levels of heavy metals, residual solvents, and other impurities. Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light to maintain stability.

Properties

• CAS Number: 20073-19-2
• Complexity: 258
• IUPAC Name: 5-bromo-6-methoxy-benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C10H7BrO4/c1-14-8-4-7-5(2-6(8)11)3-9(15-7)10(12)13/h2-4H,1H3,(H,12,13)
• InChI Key: RKNWDMISPSACLI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 269.95277
• Molecular Formula: C10H7BrO4
• Molecular Weight: 271.06
• SMILES: COC1=C(C=C2C=C(OC2=C1)C(=O)O)Br
• Topological: 59.7
• Monoisotopic Mass: 269.95277
• Synonyms: 5-Bromo-6-methoxybenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid, 20073-19-2, 5-BROMO-6-METHOXY-1-BENZOFURAN-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID, 5-Bromo-6-methoxy-benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid, 2-Benzofurancarboxylic acid, 5-bromo-6-methoxy-, MFCD20534855, SCHEMBL11739995, AKOS022666804, DS-19115, 5-Bromo-6-methoxybenzofuran-2-carboxylicacid, CS-0061924, F19963

Application

5-Bromo-6-methoxybenzofuran-2-carboxylic acid is a key building block in medicinal chemistry, particularly for the synthesis of bioactive benzofuran derivatives with potential therapeutic applications. It serves as a precursor for the development of enzyme inhibitors, receptor modulators, and other small-molecule drugs targeting inflammatory or metabolic disorders. Researchers also utilize this compound in the design of fluorescent probes and agrochemical intermediates due to its robust heterocyclic scaffold.

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