Description

Thiophene-3,4-Diol is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound featuring a thiophene ring substituted with two hydroxyl groups. This unique structure makes it a valuable and versatile building block for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and specialty coatings.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a chelating agent or precursor for ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiophene-3,4-Diol
CAS No.	14282-59-8
Molecular Formula	C4H4O2S
Molecular Weight	116.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dihydroxythiophene; 3,4-Thiophenediol; Thiophene-3,4-dihydroxy; 1H-Thiophene-3,4-diol; 3,4-Dihydroxy-thiophene; 3,4-Thiophendiol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Thiophene-3,4-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

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). This compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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