Description

Thiophene is a heterocyclic organic compound with the molecular formula C₄H₄S, serving as a fundamental building block in organic synthesis and industrial chemistry. Its unique aromatic sulfur-containing structure makes it an indispensable precursor for manufacturing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and electronics industries, where precise molecular architecture is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key synthon for producing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including certain antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, and central nervous system agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its role as a core heterocyclic scaffold.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for conductive polymers, such as polythiophenes, which are used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), solar cells, and sensors.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a versatile reagent and ligand in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other complex organic transformations.
• Dyestuff & Pigment Production: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specific sulfur-containing dyes and organic pigments.
• Research & Development: A standard compound for method development, analytical testing, and academic research in chemistry and material science laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiophene
CAS No.	110-02-1
Molecular Formula	C₄H₄S
Molecular Weight	84.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Thiofuran; Thiole; Divinylene sulfide; 1,3-Thiacyclopentadiene; Thiapentadiene; Thiazyclopentadiene; Thiophen; [2,5]Thiophene
EINECS	203-729-4

Quality Control

Our Thiophene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flames. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.05%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.528 - 1.530
Boiling Point	84°C
Density (20°C)	1.06 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.