Description

2-Vinylthiophene is a high-purity organic compound, a versatile heterocyclic building block featuring a reactive vinyl group attached to a thiophene ring. This unique structure makes it a critical monomer and intermediate for synthesizing advanced polymers and functional materials with tailored electronic and optical properties. It is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Conductive Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for the production of poly(2-vinylthiophene) and its copolymers, used in organic electronics, antistatic coatings, and electrochromic devices.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring thiophene-based heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in the research and manufacture of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiophene moiety.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced materials, including liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials.
• Functional Coatings & Adhesives: Incorporated into specialty polymer formulations to enhance adhesion, chemical resistance, or specific surface properties.
• Chemical Synthesis & Catalysis: Acts as a ligand precursor or a reactive substrate in organometallic chemistry and catalytic cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Vinylthiophene
CAS No.	1918-82-7
Molecular Formula	C6H6S
Molecular Weight	110.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethenylthiophene; Thiophene, 2-ethenyl-; Vinylthiophene; 2-Thienylethene; 2-Vinylthienyl; β-Vinylthiophene; 2-VT; 2-Thienyl ethylene
EINECS	217-636-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Vinylthiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for industrial and research applications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to minimize potential polymerization or oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.580 - 1.590
Density (20°C)	1.05 - 1.10 g/mL

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