Description

2-Methoxythiophene is a versatile heterocyclic building block and specialty chemical intermediate. Its unique structure, combining a thiophene ring with a methoxy substituent, makes it valuable for synthesizing complex molecules with tailored electronic and physical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and advanced functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the thiophene moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), field-effect transistors (OFETs), and solar cells.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Acts as a building block for creating sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring novel heterocyclic chemistry and structure-activity relationships (SAR).

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxythiophene
CAS No.	16839-97-7
Molecular Formula	C5H6OS
Molecular Weight	114.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxythiophene; Thiophene, 2-methoxy-; 2-Methoxy-thiophene; 2-Thienyl methyl ether; Methyl 2-thienyl ether
EINECS	240-876-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxythiophene is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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