Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 5-Nitro-2-benzofuran-1,3-dione (CAS: 5466-84-2)?
Answer
5-Nitro-2-benzofuran-1,3-dione is primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry as an intermediate for the synthesis of other compounds. It also finds applications in research for studying chemical reactions and in industrial processes for its unique chemical properties.
About
CAS No
5466-84-2
English Name
5-Nitro-2-benzofuran-1,3-dione
Molecular Formula
C8H3NO5
Molecular Weight
193.11 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C=C1[N+](=O)[O-])C(=O)OC2=O
InChIKey
MMVIDXVHQANYAE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-15 09:35
