Description

5-Nitrothiophene-2-Carbonitrile is a high-value heterocyclic building block and versatile chemical intermediate. This compound is essential for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing novel thiophene-based scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the nitro-thiophene core.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating advanced polymers, conductive materials, and organic electronic components.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry, enabling the construction of complex molecular libraries for screening.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments due to its electron-withdrawing nitro and nitrile groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Nitrothiophene-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	16689-02-4
Molecular Formula	C5H2N2O2S
Molecular Weight	154.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-5-nitrothiophene; 5-Nitro-2-thiophenecarbonitrile; 5-Nitrothiophene-2-carbonitrile; 2-Thiophenecarbonitrile, 5-nitro-; Thiophene-2-carbonitrile, 5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-2-cyanothiophene; 5-Nitrothienyl-2-carbonitrile
EINECS	240-759-6

Quality Control

Our 5-Nitrothiophene-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.