CAS 55038-01-2: 2-Benzofuranmethanol

Description: 2-Benzofuranmethanol, with the CAS number 55038-01-2, is an organic compound characterized by its benzofuran structure, which consists of a fused benzene and furan ring, along with a hydroxymethyl group (-CH2OH) attached to the benzofuran moiety. This compound typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its purity and form. It is known for its potential applications in organic synthesis and as a building block in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The presence of the hydroxymethyl group contributes to its reactivity, allowing for further functionalization and derivatization. Additionally, 2-benzofuranmethanol may exhibit biological activity, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry. Its solubility in organic solvents and moderate polarity can influence its behavior in various chemical reactions and applications. As with many organic compounds, safety data should be consulted to understand its handling and potential hazards.

Formula: C₉H₈O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C9H8O2/c10-6-8-5-7-3-1-2-4-9(7)11-8/h1-5,10H,6H2

InChI key: InChIKey=HSOMHPHYGAQRTF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: OCC=1OC=2C=CC=CC2C1

Synonyms:

• 1-(Benzofuran-2-yl)methanol
• 2-(Hydroxymethyl)benzofuran
• 2-Benzofuranmethanol
• Benzofuran-2-ylmethanol
• 1-Benzofuran-2-ylmethanol

2-Benzofuranmethanol

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• Formula: C₉H₈O₂
• Purity: 95%
• Color and Shape: Liquid
• Molecular weight: 148.1586

Benzofuran-2-methanol

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2-(Hydroxymethyl)benzo[b]furan

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• Formula: C₉H₈O₂
• Purity: 98%
• Color and Shape: clear. colourless liquid
• Molecular weight: 148.16g/mol

(Benzofuran-2-yl)methanol

CAS: 55038-01-2

• Purity: 95.0%
• Color and Shape: Liquid
• Molecular weight: 148.16099548339844

2-Hydroxymethylbenzofuran

CAS: 55038-01-2

2-Hydroxymethylbenzofuran is a synthetic compound that has been shown to be an analogue of cisplatin, …

• Formula: C₉H₈O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Molecular weight: 148.16 g/mol