Description

Thiophene, 2-(Trimethoxysilyl)- is a versatile organosilane compound featuring a reactive thiophene ring and hydrolyzable methoxysilyl groups. This dual functionality makes it a critical coupling agent and monomer for creating advanced materials with tailored surface properties and electronic characteristics. It is essential for manufacturers in the electronics, specialty polymers, and advanced coatings industries seeking to enhance adhesion, modify surfaces, or develop conductive organic frameworks.

Application

• Surface Modification Agent: Used as a silane coupling agent to improve the adhesion between inorganic materials (glass, metals, minerals) and organic polymers or resins in composite materials.
• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Serves as a key monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, including conductive polymers, polysiloxanes, and high-performance resins.
• Electronics & Semiconductor Industry: Employed in the fabrication of organic thin-film transistors (OTFTs), organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other electronic devices due to its conjugated thiophene system.
• Advanced Coatings: Incorporated into coating formulations to provide enhanced corrosion resistance, water repellency, and specific surface energy characteristics.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, leveraging its reactive silyl group for further derivatization.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Enhances the performance and durability of adhesives and sealants by promoting bonding to diverse substrates.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiophene, 2-(Trimethoxysilyl)-
CAS No.	18244-93-4
Molecular Formula	C7H12O3SSi
Molecular Weight	204.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Trimethoxysilyl)thiophene; (Thiophen-2-yl)trimethoxysilane; Trimethoxy(2-thienyl)silane; 2-Thienyltrimethoxysilane; Thiophene-2-trimethoxysilane; 2-Thiophenyltrimethoxysilane; Silane, trimethoxy(2-thienyl)-; 2-Trimethoxysilylthiophene
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Quality Control

Our production of Thiophene, 2-(Trimethoxysilyl)- adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results is provided to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. 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)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.4700 - 1.4800
Density (20°C)	1.10 - 1.20 g/mL

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