Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methyl 5-bromo-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylate (CAS: 26028-36-4)?
Answer
Methyl 5-bromo-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylate (CAS: 26028-36-4) is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 268.04 g/mol. It has low water solubility and is moderately soluble in organic solvents. This compound is known for its reactivity, particularly towards nucleophiles, and is used in synthesis due to its bromine substituent, which can be used for further functionalization.
About
CAS No
26028-36-4
English Name
Methyl 5-bromo-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylate
Molecular Formula
C10H7BrO3
Molecular Weight
255.07 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)c1cc2cc(Br)ccc2o1
InChIKey
ZZDBMDNRQQDSKG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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