Description

(5-Methyl-Benzo(B)Thiophen-3-Yl)Acetic Acid is a high-purity organic building block featuring a benzothiophene core with an acetic acid side chain. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the benzothiophene scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of organic semiconductors and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a crucial building block for constructing more complex heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for medicinal chemistry programs and methodological studies in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Methyl-Benzo(B)Thiophen-3-Yl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	1735-12-2
Molecular Formula	C11H10O2S
Molecular Weight	206.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(5-Methylbenzo[b]thiophen-3-yl)acetic acid; 3-Carboxymethyl-5-methylbenzothiophene; (5-Methyl-1-benzothiophen-3-yl)acetic acid; 5-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene-3-acetic acid; MBTA; 1735-12-2; 5-Methylbenzothiophene-3-yl-acetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (5-Methyl-Benzo(B)Thiophen-3-Yl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatograms and spectral data are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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