Description

4-(Bromomethyl)Benzo[B]Thiophene is a versatile brominated heterocyclic building block of significant importance in synthetic organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its reactivity, particularly in cross-coupling reactions and as a precursor for more complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in pharmaceutical development, agrochemical synthesis, and advanced materials science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to the bioactivity of the benzothiophene core.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromomethyl group is reactive in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Used to create complex ligands for catalysis and molecular recognition applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Bromomethyl)Benzo[B]Thiophene
CAS No.	10133-19-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrS
Molecular Weight	227.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Bromomethyl)benzothiophene; 1-(Bromomethyl)-1-benzothiophene; 4-Bromomethylbenzo[b]thiophene; Benzo[b]thiophene, 4-(bromomethyl)-; 4-Bromomethyl-1-benzothiophene; 1-Benzothiophene, 4-(bromomethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(Bromomethyl)Benzo[B]Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of advanced chemical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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