Description

3-Methyl-Benzo[B]Thiophene-5-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its versatile nitrile and thiophene functionalities, which enable its use as a critical precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of new drug candidates, particularly for molecules targeting central nervous system and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the thiophene scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials due to its electron-deficient character.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of novel ligands for transition metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Functions as a building block for synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments with specific light-absorption properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom chemical synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-Benzo[B]Thiophene-5-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	19404-23-0
Molecular Formula	C10H7NS
Molecular Weight	173.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene-5-carbonitrile; 5-Cyano-3-methylbenzo[b]thiophene; 3-Methyl-5-cyanobenzo[b]thiophene; 5-Cyano-3-methyl-1-benzothiophene; 19404-23-0; 3-Methylbenzothiophene-5-carbonitrile; Benzo[b]thiophene-5-carbonitrile, 3-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-Benzo[B]Thiophene-5-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.