CAS 58863-48-2: Benzofuran, 3-bromo-2-methyl-

3-Bromo-2-methylbenzofuran is a chiral compound that has been shown to stabilize the DNA of irradiated, homochiral DNA. It is also used as an intermediate in the synthesis of other compounds. 3-Bromo-2-methylbenzofuran has a high melting point, which makes it difficult to purify. The compound crystallizes unsymmetrically and fluoresces. It can undergo photochromism and isomerization under ultraviolet light. 3-Bromo-2-methylbenzofuran has a low solubility in water and can be toxic if inhaled or ingested. This compound exhibits fluorescence properties, which may be due to its ability to absorb light at wavelengths longer than 400 nm and emit light at wavelengths shorter than 400 nm.

3-Bromo-2-methylbenzofuran