Description

6-Bromo-Benzo[B]Thiophene is a high-purity brominated heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers engaged in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), functional materials, and other specialty chemicals where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other functional materials due to the electron-rich thiophene moiety.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) to create complex biaryl and heterobiaryl structures for various applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands for metal catalysis in fine chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-Benzo[B]Thiophene
CAS No.	17347-32-9
Molecular Formula	C8H5BrS
Molecular Weight	213.09 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromobenzo[b]thiophene; 6-Bromo-1-benzothiophene; Benzo[b]thiophene, 6-bromo-; 6-Bromobenzothiophene; 6-Bromo-benzo[b]thiophene; 6-BT
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-Benzo[B]Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development as well as scale-up production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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	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.