CAS 83790-87-8: (2-Butyl-3-benzofuranyl)(4-methoxyphenyl)methanone

(2-Butylbenzofuran-3-yl)(4-methoxyphenyl)methanone

2-N-Butyl 3-(4-methoxy benzoyl)-benzofuran is a x-ray crystal structure of an antibacterial agent that belongs to the class of β-unsaturated ketones. It has been shown to have cardiovascular activity, and is used in the treatment of depression. The compound binds to the active methylene group on the bacterial cell wall, which prevents cross linking of peptidoglycan chains. This leads to a reduction in cell wall synthesis and increased permeability of cells, which may result in death. The 2-N-butyl 3-(4-methoxy benzoyl)-benzofuran molecule also contains two phenyl groups that are able to form hydrogen bonds with each other, as well as dihedral angles that can form hydrogen bonds with water molecules. These properties contribute to its antidepressant activity.