Description

3-Aminothiophene is a versatile heterocyclic building block with a fused aromatic amine functionality. This compound is highly valued in organic synthesis for its role as a key precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to synthesize complex sulfur- and nitrogen-containing heterocycles.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-infectives, and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its unique thiophene core.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and other advanced electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of complex ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Aminothiophene
CAS No.	17721-06-1
Molecular Formula	C4H5NS
Molecular Weight	99.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Thiophenamine; 3-Thienylamine; Thiophen-3-amine; 3-Aminothiophene; 1-Thiophen-3-ylamine; 3-Thienamine; 3-Amino-thiophene; 3-Thiopheneamine
EINECS	241-730-9

Quality Control

Our 3-Aminothiophene is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening a new container to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.