Description

5,5'-Dithiobis(Benzo[B]Thiophene) is a specialized organic sulfur compound featuring a disulfide bridge connecting two benzothiophene units. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical and electronics industries for developing novel compounds with specific electronic or biological properties.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor for synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds, ligands, and functional materials.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the discovery and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting diseases where sulfur-containing motifs are active.
• Material Science: Investigated as a building block for organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials due to its conjugated system.
• Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Analytical Chemistry: May serve as a standard or reagent in analytical methods development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,5'-Dithiobis(Benzo[B]Thiophene)
CAS No.	16587-54-5
Molecular Formula	C16H8S4
Molecular Weight	328.48 g/mol
Synonyms	5,5'-Dithiobis(Benzo[B]Thiophene); 5,5'-Dithiobis(1-Benzothiophene); 5,5'-Dithiobisbenzo[b]thiophene; 5,5'-Dithiobis(benzothiophene); 5,5'-Dithiobisbenzo[b]thiophene; 5,5'-Dithiodi(benzo[b]thiophene); 2,2'-Dithiobis(benzo[b]thiophene) (alternate numbering); Bis(5-benzo[b]thienyl) disulfide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5,5'-Dithiobis(Benzo[B]Thiophene) is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of fine chemical and pharmaceutical intermediate supply.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.