Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Ethyl 5-nitro-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylate (CAS: 69404-00-8)?
Answer
Ethyl 5-nitro-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylate (CAS: 69404-00-8) is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 262.17 g/mol. It has low water solubility and is moderately soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. This compound is thermally stable but can react with strong bases and oxidizing agents. It is used in organic synthesis and as a building block for various pharmaceuticals and dyes.
About
CAS No
69404-00-8
English Name
Ethyl 5-nitro-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylate
Molecular Formula
C11H9NO5
Molecular Weight
235.19 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C1=CC2=C(O1)C=CC(=C2)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey
ATHBGWVHAWGMAL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-16 21:46
