5-Bromophthalide

• CAT Number: R001922
• CAS Number: 64169-34-2
• Molecular Formula: C8H5BrO2
• Molecular Weight: 213.03
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 5-Bromo-1(3H)-isobenzofuranone; 5-Bromoisobenzofuran-1(3H)-one
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 5-bromo-3H-2-benzofuran-1-one
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H5BrO2/c9-6-1-2-7-5(3-6)4-11-8(7)10/h1-3H,4H2
• InChIKey: IUSPXLCLQIZFHL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1C2=C(C=CC(=C2)Br)C(=O)O1

5-Bromophthalide (Cat No.: R001922) is an organic compound featuring a bromine-substituted phthalide core. It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. The bromine atom at the 5-position provides a reactive site for further functionalization through cross-coupling or substitution reactions. This compound plays a vital role in medicinal chemistry, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules and drug candidates. It is typically handled under controlled conditions due to its reactivity and halogenated structure.