Compound Q&A
How is 1-benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid (CAS: 496-41-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
1-Benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid (CAS: 496-41-3) can be synthesized by the condensation of benzoic acid and furan under acidic conditions. Alternatively, it can be prepared by the oxidation of 2-furanmethanol using potassium permanganate. These methods yield a product with a purity of over 95%.
About
CAS No
496-41-3
English Name
1-benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C9H6O3
Molecular Weight
162.14 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=C(O2)C(=O)O
InChIKey
OFFSPAZVIVZPHU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-13 17:50
