Description

Ethyl 6-Chloro-1-Benzothiophene-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity organic building block of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the benzothiophene core for biological activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or building block for the creation of specialized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic chemistry research for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and in method development (e.g., cross-coupling reactions).
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized dyes and functional pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 6-Chloro-1-Benzothiophene-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	105191-53-5
Molecular Formula	C11H9ClO2S
Molecular Weight	240.70 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 6-chlorobenzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylate; 6-Chlorobenzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-Carbethoxy-6-chlorobenzothiophene; 6-Chloro-2-ethoxycarbonyl-1-benzothiophene; 105191-53-5; Ethyl 6-chloro-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 6-Chloro-1-Benzothiophene-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%
Single Maximum Impurity	≤0.5%
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.