Description

2,3,4-Trichlorothiophene is a halogenated heterocyclic compound that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive chlorinated thiophene core, which enables the construction of complex molecules for high-performance applications. This intermediate is essential for research and production in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of modern pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, contributing to crop protection solutions.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in medicinal chemistry research for the development of new drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the production of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent for introducing the trichlorothiophene moiety into more complex organic structures in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments that require a stable, halogenated heterocyclic framework.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands and catalysts for transition metal-catalyzed reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4-Trichlorothiophene
CAS No.	17249-78-4
Molecular Formula	C4HCl3S
Molecular Weight	187.47 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4-Trichlorothiophene; Thiophene, 2,3,4-trichloro-; NSC 163084; 2,3,4-Trichloro-thiophene; Trichlorothiophene (mixed isomers); 2,3,4-Trichloro-1-thia-2,4-cyclopentadiene
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,4-Trichlorothiophene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
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.