Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
4687-25-6
Standard:
n-house Standards,
Benzofuran-3-carbaldehyde is a heterocyclic aromatic aldehyde widely utilized as a versatile intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its core production involves the formylation of benzofuran derivatives via Vilsmeier-Haack or Reimer-Tiemann processes. The compound features the molecular formula C8H6O2 and carries CAS registry number 4109-75-1.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from oxidizers and strong bases. Personnel must wear appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles due to potential skin irritation and respiratory sensitization risks associated with aldehyde exposure.