ethyl 2-(benzofuran-3-yl)acetate

ethyl 2-(benzofuran-3-yl)acetate - Names and Identifiers

Name	ethyl 2-(benzofuran-3-yl)acetate
Synonyms	ETHYL 1-BENZOFURAN-3-YLACETATE Ethyl 1-benzofuran-3-ylacetate Ethyl2-(benzofuran-3-yl)acetate Ethyl 2-(3-Benzofuranyl)acetate ethyl 2-(benzofuran-3-yl)acetate ethyl 2-(1-benzofuran-3-yl)acetate 3-Benzofuranacetic acid, ethyl ester 3-benzofuranacetic acid, ethyl ester (benzofuran-3-yl)acetic acid ethyl ester
CAS	82156-58-9
InChI	InChI=1/C12H12O3/c1-2-14-12(13)7-9-8-15-11-6-4-3-5-10(9)11/h3-6,8H,2,7H2,1H3

ethyl 2-(benzofuran-3-yl)acetate - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C12H12O3
Molar Mass	204.22
Density	1.162±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Boling Point	140-150 °C(Press: 12 Torr)
Flash Point	129.054°C
Vapor Presure	0.002mmHg at 25°C
Storage Condition	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
Refractive Index	1.562

ethyl 2-(benzofuran-3-yl)acetate - Introduction

Ethyl 2-(benzofuran-3-yl)acetate, chemical formula C12H12O3, is an organic compound. The following is a description of its nature, use, preparation and safety information:

Nature:
-Appearance: yellow to orange-yellow liquid;
-Solubility: Soluble in ethanol, ether and organic solvents, insoluble in water;
-Boiling point: about 243-245 degrees Celsius;
-Melting point: about -24 degrees Celsius.

Use:
-As an intermediate in organic synthesis, it can be used to synthesize other organic compounds;
-Can be used to prepare organic compounds such as medicines, fragrances and dyes.

Preparation Method:
ethyl 2-(benzofuran-3-yl)acetate can be prepared by the following steps:
1. reacting benzofuran with bromoacetic acid to generate benzofuran -3-acetic acid;
2. benzofuran-3-acetic acid and acid catalyst are reacted with ethanol to generate ethyl 2-(benzofuran-3-yl)acetate.

Safety Information:
-Contact with this compound may cause skin and eye irritation, and skin and eye contact should be avoided;
-when in use, should wear appropriate protective measures, such as gloves and goggles;
-The compound should be used or handled in a well-ventilated area;
-Avoid contact with oxidants and strong acids to avoid dangerous reactions.

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