Description

3-Bromo-2-Methyl-Benzo[B]Thiophene is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized structure, which serves as a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and materials science research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in developing kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule drugs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in creating advanced active ingredients for crop protection products, such as herbicides and fungicides.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or dopant in the development of organic semiconductors and conductive polymers for electronic applications.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for heterocyclic and cross-coupling chemistry in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes and functional pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-2-Methyl-Benzo[B]Thiophene
CAS No.	10243-15-9
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrS
Molecular Weight	227.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-2-methyl-1-benzothiophene; 2-Methyl-3-bromobenzothiophene; 3-Bromo-2-methylbenzo[b]thiophene; Benzo[b]thiophene, 3-bromo-2-methyl-; 10243-15-9; 3-Br-2-Me-BT
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-2-Methyl-Benzo[B]Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

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.