Description

3-Tetradecylthiophene is a high-purity, long-chain alkyl-substituted thiophene derivative, serving as a critical organic intermediate and building block in advanced materials science. Its molecular structure, featuring a tetradecyl (C14) side chain, imparts unique solubility and self-assembly properties, making it invaluable for tuning the electronic and morphological characteristics of functional polymers. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the organic electronics and specialty chemical sectors who require precise molecular control for developing next-generation materials.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key monomer for synthesizing regioregular poly(3-alkylthiophenes) (P3ATs), which are fundamental to organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and photovoltaic devices.
• Conductive Polymer Synthesis: Used in the production of conductive polymers for applications in flexible electronics, antistatic coatings, and electrochromic displays.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis for creating novel thiophene-based ligands, liquid crystals, and supramolecular structures.
• Material Science Additive: Employed to modify surface properties and enhance the processability of organic electronic inks and coatings.
• Sensor Technology: Utilized in the development of chemical sensors and biosensors due to the responsive nature of the thiophene backbone.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Tetradecylthiophene
CAS No.	110851-66-6
Molecular Formula	C18H32S
Molecular Weight	280.51 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Tetradecyl)thiophene; Tetradecylthiophene; 3-n-Tetradecylthiophene; Thiophene, 3-tetradecyl-; 3-C14-Thiophene; P3C14T monomer; Poly(3-tetradecylthiophene) monomer
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Quality Control

Our 3-Tetradecylthiophene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and production quality assurance.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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