Description

2,5-Di-tert-Butylthiophene is a high-purity, sterically hindered thiophene derivative, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which provides excellent stability and specific reactivity for constructing complex chemical architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or precursor for conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and specialty plastics.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic systems.
• Organic Electronics: Serves as a core component in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Di-tert-Butylthiophene
CAS No.	1689-77-6
Molecular Formula	C12H20S
Molecular Weight	196.35 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)thiophene; 2,5-Bis(tert-butyl)thiophene; 2,5-Di-t-butylthiophene; 2,5-DTBT; Thiophene, 2,5-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 2,5-Di-tert-butyl-thiophene
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Quality Control

Our 2,5-Di-tert-Butylthiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5%

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