Description

2-Bromo-1-(5-Bromothiophen-2-Yl)Ethanone is a high-purity brominated thiophene derivative, a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its dual reactive sites, making it a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic scaffolds. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for molecules containing thiophene or brominated heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific brominated thiophene structures.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating novel organic electronic materials, such as conductive polymers and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and the synthesis of complex, multi-functional organic molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and transition metal catalysis.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Bromo-1-(5-Bromothiophen-2-Yl)Ethanone
CAS No.	10531-44-9
Molecular Formula	C6H4Br2OS
Molecular Weight	283.97 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dibromo-2-acetylthiophene; 2-Acetyl-2,5-dibromothiophene; 1-(5-Bromo-2-thienyl)-2-bromoethanone; 2-Bromo-1-(5-bromo-2-thienyl)ethan-1-one; α,α'-Dibromo-2-acetylthiophene; 2,5-Dibromo-2-thienyl methyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-1-(5-Bromothiophen-2-Yl)Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

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.