Description

8-Oxo-8H-Indeno[2,1-B]Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, fused heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique indeno-thiophene core structure makes it a valuable building block for developing novel materials with specialized electronic and photophysical properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and organic electronics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold for bioactivity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a core building block for organic semiconductors, OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) emitters, and photovoltaic materials due to its potential charge-transport properties.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Employed in the creation of specialized dyes and pigments where the indeno[2,1-b]thiophene structure contributes to color and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The carboxylic acid functionality allows for coordination to metals, making it useful in designing novel ligands for catalytic applications.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and the exploration of new chemical reactions involving complex heterocycles.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Oxo-8H-Indeno[2,1-B]Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	13132-09-7
Molecular Formula	C12H6O3S
Molecular Weight	230.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Indeno[2,1-b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid, 8-oxo-8H-; 8H-Indeno[2,1-b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid, 8-oxo-; 8-Oxo-8H-indeno[2,1-b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 13132-09-7; 8-Oxoindeno[2,1-b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 8-Oxo-8H-indeno[2,1-b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 8-Oxo-8H-indeno[2,1-b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid (ACD/Name 4.0)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Oxo-8H-Indeno[2,1-B]Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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