Description

2-(Diethoxymethyl)Thiophene is a versatile organosulfur building block characterized by its unique thiophene core functionalized with a diethoxymethyl group. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of complex organic molecules, particularly in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is essential for chemists and manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for heterocyclic chemistry and fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates containing thiophene motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the thiophene ring system imparts specific biological activity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Acts as a building block for conjugated polymers and organic semiconductors used in OLEDs, solar cells, and field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and specialty fine chemicals requiring specific heterocyclic structures.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in synthetic organic chemistry and methodology development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Diethoxymethyl)Thiophene
CAS No.	13959-97-2
Molecular Formula	C9H14O2S
Molecular Weight	186.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Thiophene-2-carboxaldehyde diethyl acetal; 2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde diethyl acetal; Diethyl (2-thienyl)orthoformate; 2-(Diethoxymethyl)thiophene; α,α-Diethoxy-2-thiophenemethanol; 2-Thiophenecarbaldehyde diethyl acetal; (Diethoxymethyl)thiophene
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Diethoxymethyl)Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks where applicable.

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 strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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