Description

4-Iodo-2-Thiophenecarbaldehyde is a versatile halogenated heterocyclic building block, specifically an iodo-substituted thiophene aldehyde. This compound is highly valued in organic synthesis for its dual reactive sites, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for antiviral, antibacterial, and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bio-active thiophene core.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a monomer or building block for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), field-effect transistors (OFETs), and solar cells.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: The aldehyde and iodine functional groups allow for the creation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) and as a scaffold for library synthesis in medicinal chemistry.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the thiophene ring enhances color and stability properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Iodo-2-Thiophenecarbaldehyde
CAS No.	18812-38-9
Molecular Formula	C5H3IOS
Molecular Weight	253.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Iodothiophene-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-4-iodothiophene; 4-Iodo-2-formylthiophene; 4-Iodothiophene-2-carbaldehyde; 4-Iodo-thiophene-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde, 4-iodo-; 4-Iodo-2-thiophenecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Iodo-2-Thiophenecarbaldehyde is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures material consistency for your critical research and development projects.

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). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled and stored away from direct light exposure to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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