Description

3-Vinylthiophene is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound featuring a reactive vinyl group attached to a thiophene ring. This unique structure makes it a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates with sulfur-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the thiophene moiety can enhance biological activity.
• Conductive Polymers: Acts as a monomer for the synthesis of polythiophene and poly(3-vinylthiophene) derivatives, which are critical materials for organic electronics, sensors, and anti-static coatings.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed in the fabrication of emissive layers and charge-transport materials due to its favorable electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in organometallic chemistry and cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Suzuki) to create complex molecular architectures.
• Specialty Adhesives and Coatings: Incorporated into formulations to modify adhesion, flexibility, and environmental resistance through polymerization.
• Liquid Crystal and Display Technology: Used as a precursor for synthesizing components that contribute to the electro-optical properties of display materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Vinylthiophene
CAS No.	13679-64-6
Molecular Formula	C6H6S
Molecular Weight	110.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethenylthiophene; Thiophene, 3-ethenyl-; 3-Vinylthiofuran; Vinylthiophene; 3-Thienylethene; 3-(Ethenyl)thiophene; 3-VT
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 3-Vinylthiophene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot upon request, supporting your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, minimize exposure to air and light during handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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