Description

5-Bromothiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile brominated heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive carboxylic acid and bromine substituents, which enable precise molecular modifications and the construction of complex thiophene-based architectures. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the thiophene scaffold for bioactivity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), field-effect transistors (OFETs), and solar cells.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Research: A fundamental building block for academic and industrial R&D in heterocyclic and synthetic organic chemistry.
• Functional Dye and Pigment Production: Used to create chromophores with specific optical properties for imaging and sensing applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromothiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	100523-84-0
Molecular Formula	C5H3BrO2S
Molecular Weight	206.04 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-5-thiophenecarboxylic Acid; 5-Bromo-3-thiophenecarboxylic Acid; 5-Bromothiophene-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 5-bromo-; 5-Bromo-3-thiophene carboxylic acid; 5-Bromothiophene-3-carboxylate; 5-Bromothiophene-3-CA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromothiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

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.