7-Iodo-2,3-dihydrobenzo[b]furan is the Iodide form of 2,3-Dihydrobenzofuran (D493425). 2,3-Dihydrobenzofuran is used in preparation of Heteroarenes/Alkenes via NCP-type pincer Iridium complex-catalyzed transfer-Dehydrogenation of Alkanes and Heterocycles. Also, used in preparation of Fused Tetracyclic compounds as antiviral agents and uses thereof in medicine.