Description

Ethyl 4-Cyano-5-(Methylthio)Thiophene-2-Carboxylate is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block featuring a thiophene core with cyano and methylthio substituents. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecules with tailored electronic and structural properties. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for biological activity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in OLEDs, organic photovoltaics (OPVs), and field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized dyes and functional pigments.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in coordination chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic systems.
• Academic and R&D: A versatile building block for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical reactions in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Cyano-5-(Methylthio)Thiophene-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	116170-84-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO2S2
Molecular Weight	227.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Cyano-5-(methylsulfanyl)thiophene-2-carboxylate; 2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 4-cyano-5-(methylthio)-, ethyl ester; 4-Cyano-5-(methylthio)thiophene-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 5-(Methylthio)-4-cyanothiophene-2-carboxylate; 116170-84-4; Thiophene-2-carboxylate derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Cyano-5-(Methylthio)Thiophene-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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.