Chemical Name: | Furo[2,3-b]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid, 3-hydroxy-, ethyl ester |
CAS Number: | 109274-83-1 |
Product Number: | AG009TMR(AGN-PC-0AALA0) |
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Molecular Formula: | C10H9NO4 |
Molecular Weight: | 207.1828 |
Ethyl 3-hydroxyfuro[2,3-b]pyridine-2-carboxylate serves as a versatile building block in chemical synthesis, particularly in the creation of complex organic molecules. This compound's unique structure offers an array of functional groups that enable it to participate in various reactions, such as esterification, hydroxylation, and cyclization. Its furo[2,3-b]pyridine core provides a valuable scaffold for the construction of pharmacologically relevant compounds and natural product synthesis. Additionally, the presence of the hydroxy group and carboxylate moiety offers opportunities for further derivatization, making it a valuable intermediate in the production of diverse chemical entities.