Description

2-n-Butylthiophene is a high-purity organic sulfur compound belonging to the class of alkylated thiophenes. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique reactivity and structural properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a thiophene moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the butylthiophene structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Acts as a precursor or monomer in the synthesis of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and other functional materials.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic systems.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a potential intermediate for synthesizing complex aroma chemicals.
• Chemical Research: A fundamental reagent for methodological studies and exploring new organic reactions in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-n-Butylthiophene
CAS No.	1455-20-5
Molecular Formula	C8H12S
Molecular Weight	140.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butylthiophene; Thiophene, 2-butyl-; n-Butylthiophene; 2-n-Butylthiophene; Butylthiophene; 2-BT
EINECS	215-929-7

Quality Control

Our 2-n-Butylthiophene is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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