Description

3-Dodecylthiophene is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of alkylated thiophenes, a key building block in advanced materials science. Its value lies in its role as a versatile monomer and intermediate for synthesizing conductive polymers and functional organic semiconductors. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the organic electronics, specialty polymers, and advanced material coatings sectors.

Application

• Conductive Polymer Synthesis: A crucial monomer for creating poly(3-alkylthiophenes) (P3ATs), widely used in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Organic Semiconductor Development: Serves as a precursor for developing solution-processable semiconducting materials for flexible electronics.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of more complex thiophene-based derivatives for specialized research and material applications.
• Material Science Research: A fundamental compound for academic and industrial R&D focused on tuning the electronic properties of π-conjugated systems.
• Sensor Technology: Employed in the fabrication of sensitive layers for chemical and biological sensing devices.
• Antistatic & Conductive Coatings: Can be incorporated into formulations for creating transparent conductive films.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Dodecylthiophene
CAS No.	104934-52-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₈S
Molecular Weight	252.46 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Dodecylthiophene; 3-n-Dodecylthiophene; Thiophene, 3-dodecyl-; 3-Dodecyl-thiophene; 3-(Dodecyl)thiophene; 3-C12-Thiophene; 3-n-Dodecyl-thiophene; 3-DT
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Quality Control

Our 3-Dodecylthiophene is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to meet exacting research and industrial standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air and light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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