Description

1-(2-Thienyl)Acetone (Saltdata: Free) is a versatile organic building block featuring a thiophene ring linked to an acetone moiety, making it a valuable synthon for heterocyclic chemistry. Its core value lies in enabling the synthesis of complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable and scalable synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those containing thiophene-based heterocycles for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides and herbicides, where the thienyl group can contribute to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for developing conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and other advanced functional materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysis, facilitating novel synthetic transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multistep synthesis of complex fragrance and flavor compounds, dyes, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Thienyl)Acetone (Saltdata: Free)
CAS No.	15022-18-1
Molecular Formula	C7H8OS
Molecular Weight	140.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Thiophen-2-yl)propan-2-one; 2-Acetonylthiophene; 3-Thien-2-ylacetone; 2-Thienylacetone; 1-(2-Thienyl)-2-propanone; 3-(2-Thienyl)-2-propanone; β-Oxo-2-thiophenepropane
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Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Thienyl)Acetone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP standards where applicable, supporting its use in regulated synthesis pathways.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.