C16H6O6
294.21 g/mol
Industrial ChemicalWarning
[4,5'-Biisobenzofuran]-1,1',3,3'-tetrone
CAS36978-41-3EC811-539-3
Category
Industrial Chemical
Compound Class
Ester
Primary Use
monomer for polyimide synthesis
This compound is a bis(benzofuran)-based dianhydride used as a monomer in the synthesis of polyimide polymers. It is characterized by two fused aromatic rings with anhydride functionality, providing the building block for high-performance materials.
monomer for polyimide synthesis
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CAS 36978-41-3
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Safety Reference
Warning
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
Identifiers
IUPAC Name
4-(1,3-dioxo-2-benzofuran-5-yl)-2-benzofuran-1,3-dione
InChIKey
FYYYKXFEKMGYLZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
C1=CC(=C2C(=C1)C(=O)OC2=O)C3=CC4=C(C=C3)C(=O)OC4=O
Synonyms (12)
- 3,4'-biphthalic anhydride
- a-BPDA