Description

2-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophene is a high-purity organic sulfur heterocycle, a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and functional materials. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to innovate with sulfur-containing compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for drugs containing benzothiophene scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides that leverage its heterocyclic structure.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for developing organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and non-linear optical materials.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a core component in the creation of advanced emissive or charge-transport layers for display technologies.
• Ligand Synthesis in Catalysis: Employed to create specialized ligands for transition metal catalysts used in cross-coupling and other organic transformations.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized sulfur-based dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophene
CAS No.	1195-14-8
Molecular Formula	C9H8S
Molecular Weight	148.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylbenzothiophene; 2-Methyl-1-benzothiophene; 2-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene; Benzo[b]thiophene, 2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-1-benzothiophene; 2-MBT; NSC 404087
EINECS	214-795-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming it meets the agreed specifications for research and industrial use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	30 - 34 °C

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