2-(5,6-Difluorobenzofuran-3-yl)acetic acid CAS 1420792-50-2

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.1420792-50-2
Molecular FormulaC10H6F2O3
Molecular Weight212.15 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

2-(5,6-Difluorobenzofuran-3-yl)acetic acid CAS 1420792-50-2 chemical structure

Description

2-(5,6-Difluorobenzofuran-3-yl)acetic acid (CAS 1420792-50-2), molecular formula C10H6F2O3 and molecular weight 212.15 g/mol, is a CATO reference standard with documented purity and traceability.

Based on its molecular formula C10H6F2O3, 2-(5,6-Difluorobenzofuran-3-yl)acetic acid contains a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, fluorine substitution, an aromatic ring system; these features give the compound characteristic absorption bands in UV spectroscopy. The molecular weight of 212.15 g/mol is directly relevant to the identification of the molecular ion in mass spectrometry. The high carbon-to-hydrogen ratio imparts good lipophilicity, allowing liquid-liquid extraction with non-polar solvents such as n-hexane or ethyl acetate.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

CATO manufactures 2-(5,6-Difluorobenzofuran-3-yl)acetic acid under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC10H6F2O3
Molecular Weight212.15 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor, low volatility)
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, protect from light, keep sealed and dry, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening; Contains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)7.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1991
Halogen ContentF-containing

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