Description

2-(4-Bromobenzyl)Thiophene is a high-purity brominated thiophene derivative, a key organic intermediate valued for its versatile reactivity and role in constructing complex molecular architectures. Its structure makes it an essential building block for advanced material science and pharmaceutical research, where precise chemical functionality is paramount. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics industries for synthesizing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the thiophene moiety for bioactivity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a building block for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), organic photovoltaics (OPVs), and field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, facilitating challenging cross-coupling and other synthetic transformations.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and route scouting.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the custom synthesis of specialty chemicals for various high-value industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Bromobenzyl)Thiophene
CAS No.	118150-25-7
Molecular Formula	C11H9BrS
Molecular Weight	253.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromobenzylthiophene; 2-[(4-Bromophenyl)methyl]thiophene; 1-(4-Bromophenyl)-2-(thiophen-2-yl)ethane; 2-(p-Bromobenzyl)thiophene; 4-Bromo-α-(2-thienylmethyl)benzene; (4-Bromobenzyl)thiophene; Thiophene, 2-[(4-bromophenyl)methyl]-; 2-(4-Bromobenzyl)-thiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Bromobenzyl)Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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.