Description

3-Benzenesulfonylthiophene is a high-purity organosulfur compound featuring a thiophene ring substituted with a benzenesulfonyl group. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and production of organic electronic materials, such as semiconductors and conductive polymers.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for organic synthesis, including Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling and other palladium-catalyzed reactions.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Utilized in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Benzenesulfonylthiophene
CAS No.	16718-05-1
Molecular Formula	C10H8O2S2
Molecular Weight	224.30 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Phenylsulfonyl)thiophene; Thiophene, 3-(phenylsulfonyl)-; Benzenesulfonylthiophene; 3-Thienyl phenyl sulfone; Phenyl 3-thienyl sulfone; 3-(Benzenesulfonyl)thiophene; 3-Thenyl phenyl sulphone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Benzenesulfonylthiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Standard quality parameters include assay by HPLC, identification by FT-IR and NMR, and control of key impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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