Description

(5-Bromothiophen-2-Yl)Trimethylsilane is a high-purity organosilicon building block featuring a brominated thiophene core. This compound is valued for its dual functionality, serving as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing functionalized thiophene or heterocyclic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromothiophene unit imparts specific biological activity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), organic photovoltaics (OPVs), and field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom is an excellent handle for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille, Negishi), enabling efficient carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis or as a building block for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and developing novel functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Bromothiophen-2-Yl)Trimethylsilane
CAS No.	18246-28-1
Molecular Formula	C7H11BrSSi
Molecular Weight	235.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-5-(trimethylsilyl)thiophene; 5-Bromo-2-(trimethylsilyl)thiophene; Trimethyl(5-bromothiophen-2-yl)silane; (5-Bromo-2-thienyl)trimethylsilane; 2-Bromo-5-trimethylsilylthiophene; 5-Bromo-2-trimethylsilylthiophene; 18246-28-1; (5-Bromothien-2-yl)trimethylsilane
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Quality Control

Our (5-Bromothiophen-2-Yl)Trimethylsilane is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry and inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%

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